Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Coastal-Legend

In a significant development, the Central Command for Maritime Emergencies in Cuxhaven has officially concluded its operational oversight of the oil spill incident stemming from the collision between the supply vessels 'Coastal Legend' and 'Capella' in Cuxhaven's outer harbor. This transition took place on July 25 at 9 a.m., with responsibilities handed over to the City of Cuxhaven as the Lower Water Authority. On-site operations were promptly resumed by personnel from the Federal Agency for Technical Relief on the morning of the same day. Despite efforts, small quantities of oil remain in the harbor waters, and oil booms are still positioned within the port basin. Since the commencement of oil collection, approximately 240 cubic meters of the oil-water mixture has been successfully extracted from the spill site. Water sampling was conducted on July 28 to assess the situation further. The exact volume of marine diesel that leaked from the offshore supply vessel remains uncertain, though estimates suggest it ranges between six and 12 cubic meters. Early investigations indicate that the cause of the collision may stem from misjudgment by the captain of the 'Capella', with police reports showing no initial signs of technical failure. Notably, the 'Coastal Legend' was moved to Empting Drydock on July 27 and has remained stationary as of July 29.

On July 24, the Federal Agency for Technical Relief (THW) mobilized emergency crews in Cuxhaven and Bremerhaven to tackle a significant oil leak from the tugboat 'Coastal Legend'. Their diligent efforts led to a marked reduction in the oil slick by the afternoon. By that time, the vessel was able to navigate under its own power to a designated berth at the New Fishing Harbour. Divers had previously executed a temporary sealing of the hull to minimize further leaks. During the transit, emergency personnel briefly lifted the oil boom surrounding the tug, allowing it to safely depart, with assistance from the port operator Niedersachsen Ports’ work vessel 'Steubenhöft' and the tug 'Wulf 7'. With 'Coastal Legend' successfully relocated, cleanup operations became more manageable. The Central Command for Maritime Emergencies, overseeing the incident response, expressed optimism for continued progress in mitigating the situation. In a related development, the vessel 'Capella' set sail from Cuxhaven towards Bremen on the afternoon of July 25.

On July 23, 2025, a significant oil spill occurred in Cuxhaven, as the tanker 'Capella' (IMO: 9280110) collided with the 'Coastal Legend', which was securely docked at Lübbert Quay in Cuxhaven's outer port (position 53° 52' N 008° 43' E). The incident led to approximately six cubic meters of marine diesel oil leaking from the 'Coastal Legend', which suffered an 80-centimeter breach in its diesel tank located at the stern. In response to this environmental emergency, the Federal Agency for Technical Relief (THW) and the local Cuxhaven Fire Department sprang into action, deploying oil booms to mitigate the spread of the diesel into surrounding waters. Emergency personnel utilized skimmers to remove oil from the surface, while the Central Command for Maritime Emergencies (CEM) coordinated aerial surveillance of the situation using a Do 228 oil reconnaissance aircraft. The oil recovery vessel 'Knechtsand' (IMO 9086916) was dispatched to assist in the cleanup efforts. Fortunately, shipping traffic on the Elbe River remained unhindered throughout the incident, with no injuries reported among the crew members. The CEM took charge of the operation, involving emergency teams from the Cuxhaven Water Police, Fire Department, and THW. Initial recovery measures were put into place with oil being pumped into a collection tank managed by THW and subsequently transferred to the bunker ship 'Herta' (MMSI: 211564050). To date, roughly 70 cubic meters of the oily water mixture have been successfully gathered, and divers are currently working to seal the leak at the 'Coastal Legend's stern. For a detailed report along with visual documentation, visit: https://www.havariekommando.de/SharedDocs/Aktuelles/DE/2025/20250723_GVU_COASTAL_LEGEND.html?nn=678472.

On July 24, 2023, oil spill recovery operations were reinitiated in the bustling port of Cuxhaven, reflecting a commitment to restore the area’s waters. At 7 a.m., personnel from the Federal Agency for Technical Relief (THW) mobilized, utilizing specialized equipment to tackle the diesel oil contamination affecting the port basin. They were soon bolstered by additional volunteers from Bremerhaven, marking a collaborative effort in environmental response. Prior to this, on July 23, THW operatives had tirelessly worked to clear the oil film from the water's surface until the day ended, maintaining a vigilant night watch to monitor the situation. Significant quantities of oil were noted drifting beneath the Lübbert Quay, but it remains uncertain how long the recovery operations will continue. Initial assessments indicated that roughly 80 to 100 cubic meters of an oil-water mixture had been successfully recovered, shedding light on the extent of the disaster. To compound the situation, earlier evaluations estimated that at least six cubic meters of diesel had leaked from the vessel ‘Coastal Legend’. However, the emergency command now suggests that the entire tank's contents may have escaped into the water before divers could repair a breach in the tug's stern. For detailed coverage and photos of the incident, please refer to the report at https://www.radiokoeln.de/artikel/schiffskollision-in-cuxhaven-riss-laesst-oel-austreten-2389814.html.