Working Conditions Aboard the Akdeniz-Arastirma1

A year has passed since the unfortunate grounding of the bulk carrier 'Arama 1' in Iskenderun Bay, located at coordinates 36 25 N 35 51 E. As of August 14, 2023, there has been no progress on the wreck removal operations for the vessel, which ran aground on August 19, 2022. The incident resulted in significant hull damage and water ingress, leaving the ship in a precarious position off the coast of Arsuz. Efforts to resolve this maritime incident remain stagnant, raising concerns about the ship's future and the ecological impact on the surrounding waters.

In a recent operation, divers carried out an extensive underwater examination of the 'Arama 1', a vessel that has been stranded since August 19, 2017. The ground location of the ship is off Arsuz, Iskenderun Bay, coordinates 36° 25' N, 35° 51' E. Following the incident, the vessel suffered significant hull damage leading to water ingress. The findings from the inspection will be compiled into a detailed survey report and submitted to the Harbour Master's technical desk for further assessment.

The Turkish research vessel ARAMA I encountered a mishap as it grounded on the rocky shores near Arsuz, located in southern Anatolia, within the Gulf of Iskenderun. The incident occurred on either August 19 or 20. Reports indicate that the hull of the vessel was breached, leading to severe flooding in critical areas, including the engine room and laboratories on board. Currently, there is limited information available regarding the aftermath of this incident. A striking image has surfaced, showing the ARAMA I partially submerged, resting on the rocky seabed, illustrating the challenging situation faced by the vessel.