What Crew Members Say About Alrek

The vessel 'Alrek', which experienced grounding on the Noordzee Canal in Ijmuiden, has successfully completed repair work after its stern became stranded on the embankment at Park Way in Velsen South. The incident occurred on March 24. Following a thorough assessment and restoration process, the ship departed from Bremerhaven Dockyard GmbH at 6 a.m. on May 25. The 'Alrek' made its way to Rotterdam, arriving on May 26 at 6 a.m. Subsequently, the ship continued its journey towards Kingston upon Hull, with an estimated time of arrival set for May 27.

On March 6, 2023, the vessel Alrek was towed into the fishing port of Bremerhaven by the tugboat MTS Vanquish. As the ship navigated through the outer Weser, it received additional support from the URAG tugboat Wilhelmshaven, which served as a steering tug. Upon nearing Bremerhaven, the tug Blexen took over the towing operation to ensure a safe arrival. At precisely 3:15 p.m., Alrek was successfully berthed at Bremerhavener Dockbetriebe GmbH, where it is set to undergo necessary repairs. For visual updates on the operation, refer to these photos: [Photo 1](https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/17156275_1232467360124581_56557472140632199_n.jpg?oh=ef6e2efc48e6156ae95bb777919b126c&oe=5969D2FF) [Photo 2](https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/17190628_1232468750124442_7694820800374367568_n.jpg?oh=0f51f513a693c240faa0550de0c75005&oe=596FA555) [Photo 3](https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/17098236_1232469363457714_1288137542464024861_n.jpg?oh=dd2a574e4af401567462eb0fcb8d4034&oe=59274CB3).

On the evening of February 24, 2017, the cargo vessel 'Alrek' found itself aground in the Noordzee Canal near Ijmuiden, becoming ensnared with its stern wedged against the embankment at Park Way, Velsen South. The vessel, en route from Velsen-North to Södertalje, strayed off its navigational path during a turn. Immediately responding to the situation were tugs 'Bernardus' and 'Telstar', which arrived to provide assistance, but not before the local water police conducted a safety inspection of the grounded ship. Despite the setback, other vessels were allowed to pass through the canal at reduced speeds. Finally, at 3 a.m. on February 25, the 'Alrek' was successfully refloated and subsequently docked at Grote Houtkade in Velsen. For more detailed coverage and images of the incident, check out the Dutch report: https://www.ijmuidercourant.nl/ijmond/containerschip-vastgelopen-op-noordzeekanaal-update.