Cargo Ship Grounds in Teignmouth Harbor, Disrupting Traffic
A cargo ship, the Scot Pioneer, has run aground in Teignmouth Harbour, causing disruption to local traffic. The incident occurred off the south Devon coast at approximately 17:25 GMT. The vessel, registered in Inverness, Scotland, has eight crew members aboard. Fortunately, there have been no reported injuries or damage to the ship.
Details of the Incident
The Scot Pioneer appears to be stuck approximately 50 meters (164 feet) from Shaldon beach. Eyewitness reports indicate that the vessel is firmly lodged in the seabed.
Response and Assistance
The coastguard has stated that efforts will be made to refloat the ship during the next high tide, expected at around 02:00 on New Year’s Day. A harbour tug named Teign C will assist in this operation, aiming to return the vessel to the dock safely.
Background Information
- Incident Timing: 17:25 GMT on New Year’s Eve
- Ship Name: Scot Pioneer
- Location: Teignmouth Harbour
- Last Port of Call: Hamburg
- Departure Date from Hamburg: Boxing Day
Harbour Master’s Statement
Rob Parsons, Teignmouth’s harbour master, expressed the unfortunate nature of the timing. He remarked, “Time and tide wait for no man, and you can never beat Mother Nature.”
This incident echoes a previous occurrence in April when a cargo ship carrying animal feed also required refloating after running aground in Teignmouth Harbour.
The focus remains on resolving this incident swiftly to minimize the impact on local traffic and operations.
