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Lelystad Lock Collision

Lelystad Lock Collision

Noordereiland
Photo: omroepflevoland.nl

On February 13, the 60 meter long self-propelled tanker-barge Noordereiland collided with the 64 meter long, 1469 dwt cargo vessel Bonita in the Houtrib Lock in Lelystad, Netherlands. The Bonita had entered the lock and was unable to slow down before it struck the stern of the Noordereiland. The tanker-barge sustained significant damage, but no reports of injuries or pollution released on either vessel. Authorities detained both vessels until an investigation into the incident could be completed. Reports state the Bonita had just returned back into services after repairs from an earlier grounding.

 

Graha Angkasa 1

Graha Angkasa 1

On February 3, the 80 meter long, 2050 dwt cargo vessel Graha Angkasa 1 sank near Serei, North Minahasa, Indonesia. The Graha Angkasa 1 was proceeding with 3000 tons of cement in bad weather when it suffered water ingress in the engine room.  Unable to control the flooding, the cargo vessel lost power and went adrift.

The Graha Angkasa 1 sent out a distress call with the Indonesian Armed Forces responding. Multiple patrol boats were dispatched to the scene and successfully rescued the 9 crew and 3 cadets on board the Graha Angkasa 1. No reports of injuries, but the survivors were taken ashore for evaluation.

Two hours after the first request for assistance the Graha Angkasa 1 lost stability and sank.  Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

Graha Angkasa 1

Mustafa Kemal 1

Mustafa Kemal 1

Mustafa Kemal 1
Photo: aa.com.tr

On January 30, the 68 meter long, 3028 dwt cargo vessel Mustafa Kemal 1 ran aground near Ömeiş beach in Hatay, Turkey. The Mustafa Kemal 1 had been moored offshore waiting to load a cargo of iron.  A strong storm in the area caused the vessel’s anchors to drag and the Mustafa Kemal 1 went ashore.  The 10 crew on board were rescued by a nearby tugboat. No reports of injuries.

 

The storm prevented any attempts to refloat the Mustafa Kemal 1.  Reports state authorities are waiting for improved conditions before a tug will refloat the Mustafa Kemal 1 and towed it to a nearby port. No reports of damage or pollution released.