Bulk Carrier "RAPALLO" 2014

On the 20th February, bulk carrier "RAPALLO" (25,600GRT, 75,000DWT) laden with 71,000 m/t of coal grounded east of Anholt Island, Denmark. TSAVLIRIS dispatched fast service boat "MICKEY A" (980 HP) containing salvage personnel together with T/B "SVITZER TRYM" (76 BP) and S/T "FAIRPLAY-33" (104 BP).

Following an inspection of the casualty including stability calculations, divers were requested from Hanstholm the following day to carry out an underwater study. That evening, "SVITZER TRYM" arrived to provide standby services. Dive inspection was completed whereby the salvage plan was issued. On the 22nd February, preparations were made for the arrival of "FAIRPLAY-33" following which towage gear was connected. Deballasting of "RAPALLO" commenced that evening and once completed permission was granted for refloating attempt.

"RAPALLO" was successfully refloated in the early hours of 23rd February and following an inspection, was escorted by "FAIRPLAY-33" to Frederikshavn roads.