Saving the shipwreck: complex operation begins with the bug on Monday

Saving the shipwreck: complex operation begins with the bug on Monday

The recovery of the sunken freighter Verity has proven to be one of the most complex and complex operations in recent shipping. The incident that attracted a considerable public interest required months of preparation and coordinated efforts by various authorities. As the responsible authority reported, the rescue operation began pumping hazardous substances from the tanks of the wreck before the actual load could be recovered.

The freighter transported a total of 187 steel band rolls, the securing and subsequent rescue were an essential prerequisite for the wreck to be further at the endangerment of shipping. The position of the sunken ship, which was a danger to other ships, made the salvage necessary.

recovery operation in detail

As part of the measures, the wreck was cut into two parts under water, which turned out to be a challenging and time -consuming task. The ship's sawing took a total of nine hours. Special lifting chains under the wreck parts were attached to the subsequent lifting process. In addition, divers felt pumps in the wreck to reduce the weight during the lifting process. This is particularly important to ensure the stability of the individual parts while being transported to the water surface.

The most difficult part of the wreck, the bug of the freighter, which has a weight of 580 tons, is to be lifted out of the water on Monday. A spokeswoman for the General Directorate of waterways and shipping (GDWS) reported that the weather conditions are favorable and that the work on schedule is. As soon as the bug is recovered, the search for further missing persons will continue.

Security around the scene of the accident remains a priority: until the rescue work is completely completed, there is a restricted area with a radius of a nautical mile. This should ensure that no unauthorized ships penetrate the work area. The two recovered wreckage are then dragged to the Netherlands to be disposed of properly.

The sunken verity remains a sensitive case in the maritime world, and the entire operation is followed. Her salvage not only symbolizes the difficulties and challenges that exist in such incidents, but also the commitment and thorough preparations of rescue teams and authorities to ensure safety in water shipping. The complexity of the salvage shows how serious the dangers that come from sunken ships and the need to act quickly and efficiently.