Work to remove superyacht from Torquay Harbour begins today
The vessel went up in flames last month
Work gets underway this week to remove the sunken yacht ‘Rendezvous’ from Torquay Harbour.
Since the incident on Saturday 28 May, Tor Bay Harbour Authority have been working with MDL and the appointed wreck removal company on the salvage operation.
Divers have been in the water to make the final preparations for the salvage operation to begin.
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It is anticipated that the removal of the remaining fuel and the lifting of the vessel will commence today (Tuesday 28 June). It is thought it will be out by Thursday (30 June), depending on weather conditions and any unforeseen circumstances.
Princess Pier remains closed for the time being.
Once the salvage operation has been safely completed, repairs to Princess Pier will begin. Once safe to do so, Princess Pier will reopen to the public.