Kenya Gears Up to Salvage Turkish-Owned Cargo Ship Stranded at Nyali Beach

Kenyan authorities are continuing preparations to salvage the Turkish-owned cargo ship MV Dan, which has been stranded off Nyali Beach near Mombasa for approximately six weeks.

The vessel, which ran aground on May 17 and flies the Tanzanian flag, has not been removed from its current position to date. Officials announced that salvage operations will be intensified in mid-July, coinciding with favorable tidal conditions.

The Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA) reported that technical inspections of the ship revealed no significant damage to the hull or fuel leaks. Nevertheless, the area is under constant surveillance due to the presence of protected marine ecosystems surrounding it.

The Kenya Coast Guard Unit is also increasing security measures around the ship, ensuring the safety of the crew and preventing unauthorized individuals from approaching the vessel.

The MV Dan, which is approximately 99 meters long and has a deadweight tonnage (DWT) capacity of 4,900, aims to be refloated through a successful salvage operation. The operation is expected to be conducted in coordination with Kenyan authorities and the shipowner company.

So far, no environmental pollution has been detected from the ship, and officials stated that monitoring activities in the area will continue uninterrupted against potential risks.

Source: SeaNews Türkiye