Mestre Simao

Port of Madalena, Azores Island | Portugal

The Ferry MESTRE SIMAO grounded on the rocks at the entrance of the Port of Madalena, Azores Islands. 61 passengers and nine crew were evacuated from the stricken ship using a raft that was towed to shore by a semi-inflatable dinghy. She came to rest with her starboard side resting firmly on the rocks in approximately 3-4m of water with the Port side exposed to the oncoming NW swells.

Resolve Marine was initially activated by the insurers to remove all fuel/oil on board which was successfully completed. Resolve Marine was then appointed for the wreck removal phase and mobilized assets from the US and UK. The barge RMG280 ex. Mobile, Alabama was outfitted with 9310 American 220-ton crane, Guillotine, and plasma cutters along with portable salvage equipment and storage containers for scrap metal. Resolve Marine successfully completed the wreck removal operation with all scrap underway via sea freight to mainland for disposal to satisfaction of the competent authorities using a combination of Guillotine and plasma cutters.