ALBATROS C

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Schooner grounded on the Trave

On July 2, 2025, the "Albatros" ran aground off Travemünde on the Trave river, en route to Wismar, at the entrance to the Pötenitzer Wiek. just a few meters from the ferry turning point, with 25 people on board. The danger to passing ships was considerable, as the disabled vessel was stuck directly next to the fairway- At approximately 1:45 a.m., a distress call was received by the MRCC Bremen, which mobilized the lifeboat 'Felix Sand' from the Grömitz DGzRS station and the lifeboat 'Hans Ingwersen' from the Travemünde station. When the rescuers arrived on scene, two volunteers climbed onto the stranded schooner and assessed the situation. Despite the proximity to a stone groyne, no water ingress was observed. A towing connection was established , and with combined forces, the "Albatros" was safely towed back into deeper water. The ship was then able to continue its journey unassisted and moored safely at the Ostpreußen Quay in Travemünde. The operation took place in calm seas and a moderate easterly wind of up to force 3 Beaufort Report with photo: https://travemuende-aktuell.de/artikel/27041-Seenotretter-befreien-Traditionssegler-aus-Notlage-vor-Travemuende.html