Cargo Ships Collide in Dense Fog

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Two cargo ships collided in Wismar harbor on Nov 8, reports Maritime Bulletin. 

What happened?

Due to dense fog, two cargo ships collided in Wismar harbour in the morning Nov 8. One ship was leaving port, while another was going to berth. 

According to reports, the leaving ship was general cargo ship ST PAULI, ship maneuvering to berth was general cargo ship FALKBRIS. 

Damages reported

Both ships were subject to survey, to assess damages. According to reports, both ships sustained slight damages, mostly scratches and dents. 

ST PAULI was anchored, set sail later that day, heading for Norway. FALKBRIS was berthed and as of Nov 9, remained berthed.

About the cargo ships

Cargo ship ST PAULI

General cargo ship ST PAULI, IMO 8214358, dwt 3219, built 1983, flag Antigua, manager CLAUS RODENBERG SHIPMANAGEMENT (EQUASIS).

Cargo ship FALKBRIS

General cargo ship FALKBRIS, IMO 9006291, dwt 3720, built 1992, flag Norway, manager FALKEID SHIPPING AS (EQUASIS).

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Source: Maritime Bulletin