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Medkem Three

Medkem Three

Medkem Three
Photo: newsmaritime.com

The 110 meter long, 3,746 dwt tanker Medkem Three ran aground on the Ouse River near Faxfleet, England. The tanker was proceeding to Goole on the Ouse during low tide when it struck a mud bank. The tanker was unable to free itself.  A tug was requested and was able to refloat the Medkem Three on the rising tide. The vessel was inspected and allowed to resume its voyage to Goole. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. Reports state the incident was due to human error.

Mersey Fisher

Mersey Fisher

Mersey Fisher
Photo: pressandjournal.co.uk

The 91 meter long, 4765 dwt tanker Mersey Fisher ran aground at Carnac Point, Inverness Harbour, Scotland. The Coastguard was alerted and the Mersey Fisher a short time later.  A tug was in the area and was able to refloat short time later. No reports of injuries to the 8 crew on board, damage or pollution released.