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Lady Hester

Lady Hester

LADY_HESTER

The 97 meter long general cargo vessel Lady Hester ran aground in the Ruotsinsalmi Strait near Kotka, Finland. The Lady Hester was en route to Halla from Rauma with lumber when it ran aground in dense fog.  Authorities were alerted and multiple vessels were dispatched to the scene. The Lady Hester was able to refloat itself and was escorted by a tug to Kotka. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. The Lady Hester is to be inspected for damage while authorities investigate the incident.

Nordic Philip Disabled

Nordic Philip Disabled

The 13031 dwt boxship Nordic Philip became disabled off Kotka, Finland after having engine problems.   The vessel requested assistance and the tugs Aku and Mars to Kotka.  The vessel later discharged its cargo of containers and is at berth awaiting repairs.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.

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