Grounding of the m/v “RIVER THAMES”
On June 8, 2021, in the morning Megatugs Salvage & Towage was informed that the laden bulk carrier “River Thames”, bound for the port of Alexandria, ran aground south of the island of Formentera, Spain.
Later that day, Megatugs was contracted by the shipowning company of the abovementioned ship to provide assistance and salvage the ship and her cargo, through the international convention LOF 2020.
Both a specialized shipwreck removal crew and salvage tug of suitable bollard pull, immediately, despatched to detach the stranded ship from the spot.
In addition, Megatugs mobilized a support vessel to the area with suitable anti-pollution equipment, i.e. inflatable floating dams, skimmer, absorbent materials, etc., as a measure to protect the marine environment.
Following completion of the necessary work by the salvage crew and submission of the relevant ship detachment plan to the local authorities, the bulk carrier “River Thames” successfully detached and handed over to the owners on 15 June 2021 noon.
