Ostanger
The 66 meter long fishing vessel Ostanger went aground on a sandbank near Finnsnes, Norway. The vessel pumped water out of its ballast tanks to allow it to be refloated. No further details reported.
Agios Nikolas
The 180 meter long, 29192 dwt bulk freighter Agios Nikolaos went aground off Lavion, Greece. The vessel was able to be refloated the same day and proceeded to Anayvssos for inspection. The Agios Nikolaos was en route from Egypt to the Black Sea in ballast at the time. No reports of injuries or pollution being released.
Willem Lourens
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The 18 meter long tug Willem Lourens went aground at Terneuzen, Netherlands. The tug with three barges ran onto a harbor dam. The Willem Lourens was able to refloat itself under its own power. Several other tugs responded and aided in refloating the barges. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
