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11 January 2002’WILLY’ SUCCESSFULLY REFLOATED
| The MT `Willy' has been
successfully refloated and was heading for Falmouth Docks where she
will be met on arrival by representatives of the MCA and Falmouth
Harbour Authorities and will undergo a rigorous inspection prior to
being given permission to enter the Port.
After the vessel is safely berthed a
full diving survey will be carried out to fully assess the bottom
damage so that the complex task of preparing suitable supports for the
vessel in dock can be commenced. |
MT 'Willy'
|
The 3070 tonne Cypriot tanker, 'Willy', ran aground at Cawsands on the
west side of Plymouth on New Year's Day. The hull was severely damaged and
the engine room flooded.
During the initial incident the Tamar Coastguard Rescue Team assisted
three of the non-essential crew off the ship to the shore. The crew
climbed down ladders and were helped across the rocks by the Team. The
other nine essential crew members, including the Master initially remained
on board.
