THE 1,768-TEU Liberian-flagged Bomar Valour collided with the wall of new North Lock in Brunsbuettel while entering Kiel Canal, reports Kiev's Maritime Bulletin, which specialises in marine casualties.
The lock, in the canal that directly links the Baltic with the North Sea was severely damaged, suffering a hole or dent of 10??1 metres and four metres deep.
The accident was reportedly caused by a delay in handling stern mooring line. The ship was said to sustain slight damages, she was allowed to continue voyage from Bremerhaven to Helsinki.
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The lock, in the canal that directly links the Baltic with the North Sea was severely damaged, suffering a hole or dent of 10??1 metres and four metres deep.
The accident was reportedly caused by a delay in handling stern mooring line. The ship was said to sustain slight damages, she was allowed to continue voyage from Bremerhaven to Helsinki.
SeaNews Turkey