Discover the Star-Laguna: Ratings & Maritime News

On the evening of August 24, 2019, at 6:20 PM, the German ferry 'Kolberg' faced a significant mishap while docked at the Landwehr berth near Schinkel on the Kiel Canal. A passing vessel caused a suction effect that pushed the ferry against a dolphin, resulting in a precarious situation where the ship became immobilized with its car deck partially submerged. The circumstances surrounding how the ferry could be freed were initially unclear. The bulk carrier 'Star Laguna', which had just arrived from Uusipaukunki, was scrutinized for potential involvement in the incident. Investigations were set to take place in Brunsbüttel, where the crew would be questioned on August 25 to determine if their actions contributed to the accident. Thankfully, by 10 PM, the tug 'Schwartenbek' successfully extricated the ferry from its predicament. It was discovered that a life raft had become wedged against the dolphin, prompting the need for welding adjustments. Following this work, the tug was able to maneuver the 'Kolberg' back into safer waters. After a thorough inspection, the ferry was cleared to sail again shortly after midnight on August 25, albeit limited to transporting only pedestrians and cyclists at that time. Plans were set to conduct a comprehensive review of the ferry’s route layout at the beginning of the week to prevent future occurrences of such incidents. Upon examining the bulk carrier, investigators confirmed that the crew had acted without fault. The 'Star Laguna' arrived safely at the inner port of Brunsbüttel on August 25 at 8:15 AM, concluding the series of events that unfolded on the Kiel Canal. For a detailed report and visuals, visit the German news source: [kn-online](https://www.kn-online.de/Lokales/Nord-Ostsee-Kanal/Havarie-auf-Nord-Ostsee-Kanal-Faehre-mit-starker-Schlagseite).