The Vitin: Crew Feedback and Vessel Data

The cargo vessel Vita, which ran aground near Tonnes in Lurøy on May 28, has been successfully refloated thanks to the skilled efforts of the tugboat Boa Brage. The operation took place at approximately 3 p.m., nearly 12 hours after the ship got stuck. Following its refloating, the Vitin was escorted toward Sandnessjøen for further evaluation. Authorities plan to anchor the vessel at Holmen to facilitate a comprehensive inspection by maritime officials. While the ship did experience water intrusion in a minor ballast tank located in the foreship, it was confirmed that this incident did not compromise the vessel's stability. Fortunately, the crew of seven onboard remained unharmed throughout the ordeal. For further details and visuals, check the Norwegian report: https://www.hblad.no/nyheter/sjo/ulykke/lastebat-slept-av-grunn/s/5-23-72276.

On May 28, 2017, at 5 a.m., the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) in Northern Norway received reports of the grounding of the vessel 'Vitin' north of Tonnes in Lurøy. The fishing vessel, carrying a cargo of fishmeal, encountered difficulties while navigating through a sandpit off Leia at Vollvika. The 'Vitin' had departed from Huoy, where it had set sail shortly after midnight on May 26, headed towards Myre. In an effort to assist, the lifeboat 'Ruth Opsahl' was dispatched to the scene but lacked the necessary power to dislodge the grounded vessel. Subsequently, the tugboat 'Boa Brage' (IMO: 9551894) was called in for support and arrived around midday. Fortunately, officials confirmed that there were no reports of spills or damage resulting from the grounding incident. For further details and images related to this incident, readers can view the Norwegian report at [Rana Blad](https://www.ranablad.no/luroy/kyst/lastebat/lastebat-pa-grunn/s/5-42-279259).

On March 18, 2016, at approximately 5 p.m., a maritime mishap unfolded in the port of Emden when the vehicle carrier 'Schelde Highway' experienced a rudder malfunction. As the vessel was departing Emden, destined for Grimsby, it collided with the cargo ship 'Vitin,' which was entering the port from Sandnes. Fortunately, no injuries were reported during the incident, despite the car carrier striking the side of the 'Vitin.' Subsequently, the 'Schelde Highway' returned to Ems Quay, docking at 6 p.m., while the 'Vitin' also anchored at Zungen Quay at the same time. The 'Schelde Highway' reported only minor damages and continued its journey to Grimsby later that evening. In contrast, the 'Vitin' sustained considerable damage to its port side foreship. For further details and photos, visit: http://schiffe-emden.de/zwei-unfaelle-auf-der-ems-innerhalb-von-24-stunden/ and http://www.shipspotting.com/gallery/photo.php?lid=2427893.