Iver-Blessing

On Aug 9, 2024, at 9:22 p.m, the bulk carrier 'Olga' (IMO: 9109548) was in allision with the Gibraltar flagged tanker 'Iver Blessing', which was moored at the approach of St Nazaire, while leaving its own anchorage. The 'Iver Blessing' reported five minor injuries not requiring medical treatment, and a breach at the rear of the vessel above the waterline, which did not affect the buoyancy. The bulk carrier suffered a hole above its waterline, which also did not affect the structural integrity. A minor pollution due to the fall of an oil drum was observed. A police investigation has been launched to determine the causes of the accident. Report with photo: https://france3-regions.francetvinfo.fr/pays-de-la-loire/loire-atlantique/saint-nazaire/collision-d-un-tanker-et-d-un-vraquier-au-large-dans-la-zone-d-attente-de-saint-nazaire-3016547.html