A ship collided with a windmill in the North Sea off the coast of Noord-Holland, injuring two crew members. The incident involved the Glomar Venture supply ship and occurred 24 kilometers from Callantsoog. Response teams from the coast guard and KNRM assisted in providing medical treatment and transporting the injured crew members to a hospital.
Dutch responders managed to extinguish a vessel fire caused by an explosion on a boxship off Hoek van Holland. The crew of the container feeder ship Victoria L contained the fire with no reported injuries. The fire reignited later, prompting a response from a fire crew, a helicopter, and multiple boats.
According to a report, the Solong departed from Grangemouth in Scotland carrying various products, including some designated as dangerous, en route to Rotterdam. The collision with the Stena Immaculate occurred the next day, with the Solong traveling at a speed of 16 knots. Both vessels lacked a dedicated lookout on the bridge, contributing to the incident.
The burnt wreckage of a ship that collided with a tanker in the North Sea arrived at a Scottish port on March 28. The incident involved the Portuguese-flagged Solong crashing into the U.S. military-contracted tanker Stena Immaculate, resulting in a fire and evacuation of both crews. Fortunately, most crew members were rescued, but one tragically lost his life.
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) recently met with the eight Filipino crew members of MV Solong, which was involved in a tragic incident off the northeast coast of England. Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac assured full support and financial aid to the seafarers. Despite the loss of one crew member, ongoing investigations and continued assistance are being provided.
The British police have extended the questioning period for the 59-year-old Russian captain of a container ship involved in a collision with a US tanker in the North Sea. The captain of Vessel Solong has been in police custody, which resulted in the death of a crew member and the rescue of 36 other crew members.
The British police arrested the Russian captain of the Solong freight ship for suspected negligence in the collision with the US oil tanker Stena Mackinaw. Concerns about environmental damage are high as the tanker leaked jet fuel. An investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of the accident and prevent further harm to the region.
A whistleblower has raised concerns about the RNLI’s cost-saving measures potentially endangering lives during a recent tanker crash response in the North Sea. Crew shortages led to the delayed deployment of a more suitable ship, leaving volunteers to navigate dangerous conditions in a smaller boat without proper protection from toxic fumes.
The N05-A platform in the Dutch North Sea is a groundbreaking project powered by wind energy from the Riffgat offshore wind farm. Mammoet supported the installation of the platform, utilizing mobile cranes, trailers, and SPMTs. The project aims to reduce carbon emissions by over 85% and is a significant step towards sustainable offshore energy production.
The Southampton Crown Court in the UK recently handed down sentences to the master of a North Sea cargo ship and the company operating the vessel for their roles in a fatal accident in 2021. The master admitted to failing to operate the ship safely, while the company was found guilty of operating its ships unsafely.
The UK government has launched tests for injecting CO2 into depleted wells under the North Sea, supporting carbon capture projects. Carbon Catalyst, a UK company, partnered with Perenco UK for the initial test at Project Poseidon. Wintershall Dea also joined, acquiring a 10% interest. The project aims to become one of the largest in Northwest Europe.
Shell has confirmed the discovery of an unexploded bomb near a 40-year-old gas line in the North Sea. The bomb was found during an inspection of the Flags pipeline, located east of Shetland. An investigation is underway to determine how the bomb ended up near the operating gas pipeline. The MCA has been notified.
Green Marine UK has deployed advanced underwater gliders in the North Sea to assist in a data collection project with the UK’s National Oceanography Centre and the Met Office. These gliders will gather information on ocean conditions to enhance weather and ocean forecasts crucial for vessels in the area.
Denmark has taken a significant step towards protecting its marine environment by introducing a bill to ban the discharge of scrubber water into its territorial waters. The decision, effective July 1, 2025, aims to reduce harmful substances in the marine ecosystem and aligns with efforts by other countries to promote sustainable shipping practices.
During Storm Gertrude, a ship in Britain’s North Sea faced terrifying thirty-metre waves that violently rocked the vessel. The intense moment was captured by a man on the bridge of the ship, around 100 Nautical Miles northeast of Shetland. The footage shows the ship being thrown around by massive waves, struggling against the intense motion of the North Sea.
