After the collision of two cargo ships in the North Sea near Heligoland, which resulted in several deaths, it has now been announced that the wreck will be recovered in 2024. The search is on for a contractor who can “start the project immediately after placing the order and can at least complete it this year”.
Contrary to what was first announced after the accident, the ship’s owner, the southern England-based shipping company Faversham Ships, stated that it did not want to save the sunken “Verity”. That is why the federal government must now provide the rescue.
The tender includes the recovery of the wreck, cargo and fuel, including any water contaminants such as oils or cleaning agents.
Storage is needed
According to the authority, there is currently no specific period for the campaign. This must be determined by the salvage specialists and the Weser-Jade-Nordsee Waterways and Shipping Authority. Recently it was said that we should wait for the winter storms first. According to the National Department of Waterways and Shipping, recovery is still necessary. There is no immediate danger.
The question remains open how the wreck could be recovered at a depth of approximately 30 meters – for example in one piece or in segments. In any case, the contractor must ensure that no environmental pollution occurs during the salvage work – neither of the “Verity” nor of the ships and equipment used.
On October 24, the “Verity” and the freighter “Polesie” collided southwest of Helgoland. The “Verity” sank. Authorities believe five sailors died in the accident.
The captain was found dead. Four sailors are still missing. Two sailors were rescued. The 91 meter long “Verity”, flying the British flag, was loaded with steel coils, i.e. rollers made of large sheets of metal.
Source: Krone
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