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On November 28, 2013, the cargo vessel 'Markborg', en route from Kaliningrad to Rotterdam, encountered a critical engine failure while navigating the Kiel Canal. Witnesses reported alarming clouds of smoke billowing from the vessel's smokestack, prompting local authorities in Rendsburg to issue an immediate alert. Despite the distress signals, the 'Markborg' was permitted to continue its journey towards the west but was directed to dock at Brunsbüttel for urgent repairs at approximately 3:30 PM. Following this incident, officials initiated an investigation into the ship's captain for potential environmental damage caused by the incident. For more detailed coverage, you can view the German report featuring an accompanying photo [here](http://www.shz.de/lokales/landeszeitung/dreckschleuder-auf-dem-kanal-id4617161.html). Additional visuals related to the event can be found [here](http://forum-schiff.de/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=23#p97793).

On August 30, 2012, at approximately noon, the cargo ship 'Markborg' encountered engine troubles while traveling from Antwerp to Rotterdam. The vessel anchored off Hoek van Holland, positioned between the Maas-East buoy and the lower-light. After two hours of assessment, the decision was made to deploy two tugboats to assist in towing the ship to safety. The 'Smit Hudson' and 'Fairplay 24' were engaged for the operation and took the 'Markborg' in tow at 3:30 p.m. Following the retrieval of its anchor, the tugboats successfully maneuvered the cargo ship upriver, reaching the Botlek at 6:20 p.m. The 'Markborg' was securely moored at the EBS European Bulk Services in Laurens Port by 6:30 p.m. For more details, visit the Dutch report with accompanying photos at http://www.tugspotters.com/site/content/2012/08/markborg-met-motorproblemen/