The 57 meter long fishing vessel Sur Este No. 700 went aground while sheltering behind Stewart Island, New Zealand. The Sur Este No. 700 had sheltered behind the island due to the heavy seas with 30 knot winds when it was blown onto the rocks. The vessel fuel tanks ruptured allowing some 23,000 litres of diesel fuel released into the water. No reports of injuries. Authorities will conduct an inspection of the area to gauge the impact of the pollution released. The Sur Este No. 700 will be towed to Lyttelton for inspection and repairs.
The 15 meter long fishing vessel Lady Anna capsized at the mouth of the Grey River, New Zealand. The fishing vessel was struggling in heavy seas and strong winds when it capsized. Two crewmen were rescued and taken to hospital for treatment. A third crewmen perished and his body was later recovered. The Lady Anna was pushed up the Grey River where is grounded and is partially surbmerged. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
The 32 meter long tug Toia collided with the cruise ship Queen Elizabeth at Wellington, New Zealand. The tug loaded with 50 passengers was passing along the port side of the Queen Elizabeth when the Toia’s funnel struck the cruise ship’s funnel. The funnel was damaged, but the Toia was able to proceed under its own power. No reports of injuries or pollution released. Local authorities have launched an investigation and have notified Maritime NZ of the incident.
The 65 meter long fishing vessel Amaltal Columbia caught fire near Lyttelton Heads, New Zealand. The fire started in the stern section of the cargo hold and spread to other parts of the vessel. The crew was unable to contain the blaze and sent out a distress call. The fishing vessel Ivan Golubets was first to respond and reach the Amaltal Columbia. The small fishing vessel initially evacuated all the crew except five who remained on board. A short time later the five men had to be pulled off as the Amaltal Columbia was engulf in flames. The men were picked up by the fishing vessel San Discovery. Afterwards, the Amaltal was taken under tow to Lyttelton. There the local fire brigade fought the blaze and several hours later got the fire under control. No reports of injuries. Local authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. Investigators will go on board as soon as the vessel deem safe.
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