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Casualty Details
| Publish Date | 25 Oct 2026 |
| Casualty Type | Collision |
| Vessel Type | General Cargo (VT-GGC) |
| IMO | 9946867 |
| GRT | 155,492 |
| Year of Build | 2023 |
| Location | Bremerhaven, Germany |
| Cargo Details | Up to 16,520 TEU of containerised and temperature sensitive cargo |
| Port of Refuge | Bremerhaven, Germany |
Report
* We have received reports that the fully cellular containership MSC VICTORINE (IMO: 9946867) was involved in a collision with the cruise vessel MEIN SCHIFF 3 (IMO: 9641730) at Bremerhaven, Germany, on 25 October 2026.
* It is reported that, whilst manoeuvring in strong winds during departure from Bremerhaven, MEIN SCHIFF 3 came into contact with the port quarter/stern area of MSC VICTORINE.
* MSC VICTORINE reportedly sustained significant damage, including a gash of approximately 10 metres to her hull above the waterline, damage to deck structures and deformation of container guides. Several containers are also reported to have been damaged. No water ingress or injuries have been reported.
* Cruise vessel MEIN SCHIFF 3 (IMO: 9641730), a 99,526 gt passenger vessel carrying 2,428 passengers and 922 crew members, reportedly sustained damage to its bridge, lifeboats and outer hull, and subsequently returned to berth for inspection and repairs.
* We understand that MSC VICTORINE remains in Bremerhaven pending inspection and repairs, whilst further details regarding any cargo damage and the impact upon the vessel's voyage remain awaited.
* It is possible that cargo loss and/or damage, General Average and associated Recovery issues may arise as a result of this incident.
* We therefore recommend that you contact us urgently if you are concerned with any cargo on board MSC VICTORINE so that we can immediately start taking steps to protect your interests.
