Working Conditions Aboard the Rix-Eleonora

On June 28, 2019, at 4:10 a.m., the Rix Eleonora set sail from Hamburg, heading for Frederiksværk. However, trouble struck the vessel when it experienced an engine failure shortly after departing the old southern lock of the Kiel Canal in Brunsbüttel at approximately 7:25 a.m. In response to the emergency, the tug Bugsier 19 was dispatched to assist the troubled ship, successfully towing it through the locks to the railway station pilings located in the inner port of Brunsbüttel for necessary inspections. After conducting the required evaluations, the Rix Eleonora was cleared to continue its journey and resumed its voyage to Frederiksværk at 5:40 p.m. The vessel is now expected to arrive at its destination by 8:00 p.m. on June 29.

On November 27, 2016, at approximately 6 p.m., the vessel 'Rix Eleonora', while on its journey from Vierow to England, encountered a serious navigational incident. Shortly after departing from the large Southern lock of the Kiel Canal in Brunsbüttel and heading west, the ship deviated unexpectedly off its intended route. In a pivotal moment, it collided with a fairway buoy located on the Elbe fairway, which rendered the vessel unmanageable. This incident caused the 'Rix Eleonora' to drift aimlessly on the Elbe River. The multi-purpose vessel 'Neuwerk' was the first to respond and assist. Subsequently, tugs 'Wal' and 'Parat' were deployed to help tow the 'Rix Eleonora' to a safe anchorage at Brunsbüttel roads. Preliminary assessments indicated possible damage to the propeller and rudder as a result of the collision with the buoy. In the wake of the incident, the police boat 'Bürgermeister Brauer' was dispatched to carry out an investigation. After thorough checks, the 'Rix Eleonora' was cleared and resumed its journey off Wangerooge at approximately 7 a.m. on November 29, 2016, cruising at a speed of seven knots.