The Gerda-Marie: Crew Feedback and Vessel Data

A collision occurred on October 30, 2025, at 11:03 PM, when the patrol vessel 'Sortland' (IMO: 9432646) accidentally struck the starboard side of the purse seiner 'Gerda Marie' while conducting a fisheries inspection in Sørøysundet, near Sørøya in Finnmark. This incident took place during a boarding maneuver when both vessels were navigating at low speeds on a crossing course. The impact left a noticeable dent on the 'Gerda Marie' amidships, while the 'Sortland' sustained minor damage to its bulb bow. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported among the crews of either vessel. Following the incident, 'Sortland' returned to Sortland on November 2, 2025, while 'Gerda Marie' docked at Torangsvag on November 4, 2025. For additional details and insights, you can visit the report linked here: https://www.vol.no/norgeogverden/i/GyvGVx/kystvakta-krasjet-med-fiskebaat.