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Captain Under Investigation as Mein Schiff 3 Cancels 20-Night Voyage
Cruise Hive • • world
Key Points:
- On October 25, 2026, Mein Schiff 3 collided with two container ships while departing Bremerhaven, Germany, due to strong winds pushing the cruise ship into the moored vessels, resulting in no injuries among the 2,428 guests and 922 crew onboard.
- The collision caused significant damage to Mein Schiff 3, including its hull, lifeboats, and cranes, necessitating urgent repairs in a shipyard and leading to the cancellation of the planned 20-night Canary Islands cruise.
- The smaller container ship MSC Anne F sustained minor damage, while the larger MSC Victorine suffered considerable damage to its port side and container guides; no water ingress occurred on any vessels.
- Authorities have imposed a sailing ban on all three ships pending ongoing investigations by the Bremen Police Department and maritime safety officials, with future voyages of Mein Schiff 3 under review.
