Saint George Freighter Rammed Floodgate in Brunsbuttel
The "Saint George" 131 meters freighter, had tried in the lock to stop by throwing the bow anchors, but without success. With the full force of the freighter rammed goal. On the ship itself the bulbous bow was ripped open. A disaster expert will now assess the damage and determine what repairs are necessary for continued driving. The floodgate was "almost divided into two parts" in the collision, according to Navigation Administration.