In December 2024, successful trials were conducted on a new system using industrial laser technology to remove rust, paint, and coatings from ship hulls. Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), MOL Drybulk, and Tsuneishi Shipbuilding collaborated on the project to create a more environmentally friendly and potentially automated system.
The cleanup operation for the grounded bulker Ultra Galaxy is almost finished, focusing on removing oil and debris. SAMSA issued a tender for the ship’s remains, as most fuel and fertilizer cargo have been retrieved or lost at sea. Inspections show beaches are clean, with ongoing monitoring for fuel ashore. No negative environmental impact from the fertilizer cargo.
After years of debate, Hawaii has finally released a request for proposals to remove the historic sailing ship Falls of Clyde. Concerns over its deteriorating condition and high risk of sinking have prompted the state to seek bids for its disposal. Once a museum ship, the vessel now faces an uncertain future as the state looks to preserve its historic value.
