Cargo Ship Collision Due To Bow Thruster Failure

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General cargo ship contacted a berthed fishing boat at Busum Germany, on Nov 17, while unmooring, reports Maritime Bulletin. 

What happened?

General cargo ship WILSON AVONMOUTH contacted berthed fishing boat at Busum Germany, in the afternoon Nov 17, while unmooring. According to reports, the incident was because of bow thruster failure. 

Damages reported

Fishing boat sustained stern damages. Cargo ship WILSON AVONMOUTH suffered some scratches, but had to berth back, for investigation. 

About the vessel

As of Nov 18, the ship was still at Busum.

General cargo ship WILSON AVONMOUTH, IMO 9313747, dwt 3594, built 2010, flag Luxembourg, manager BOJEN-SCHIFFAHRTSBETRIEB EK.

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Source: Maritime Bulletin