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On September 13, 2016, at approximately 8 a.m., the cargo vessel Egon W encountered a critical situation as it ran aground in the Lapinsalmi area, off the western coast of Harkinsalo. The ship, carrying a crew of six and a licensed pilot, was navigating its route from Joensuu to Glückstadt when it experienced an engine failure that prevented it from reversing as needed. Following the grounding, diver inspections were conducted, and around three hours later, Egon W successfully refloated using its own power. Upon refloating, the vessel made the decision to reroute and safely returned to Savonlinna by 3:45 p.m. After conducting necessary cargo operations upon its arrival in Glückstadt on September 18, Egon W departed the port again on September 20 at 7 p.m., moving towards Delfzijl. The ship reached the Niestem Sander Drydock on September 21 for essential repair work. After spending some time in the yard, Egon W resumed its journey on October 6, setting its sights on Hamburg. The vessel was spotted transiting upstream on the Elbe River on October 7, marking the end of a challenging episode in its journey.