Overview
- Authorities said a technical defect prevented the Norwegian cruise ship from moving ahead shortly after leaving Warnemünde, causing it to touch the opposite bank.
- No injuries or environmental damage were reported by the state water protection authority.
- The vessel first reached the nearest berth under its own power, after which officials imposed a sailing ban.
- Tugs moved the ship overnight to the Rostocker Überseehafen for further assessment.
- The city administration said the ship left Rostock with a one-day delay after inspectors cleared it to continue, with the extent of any damage initially unspecified.