The Marcos: Crew Feedback and Vessel Data

On October 4, 2014, the vessel "Marcos," alongside the tugboat "Naja," successfully towed the decommissioned Danish railway ferry "Ærøsund II" (IMO-No.: 7034713) from Svendborg to its designated scuttling location near Funes, approximately 10 kilometers southwest of the Danish town. The event attracted a multitude of onlookers aboard pleasure boats as the ferry was submerged as an artificial reef on October 5 at 3 PM, precisely 600 meters from the coastline. Naturturisme I/S has high hopes that the wreck of "Ærøsund II" will transform into a significant tourist magnet for the area, providing a new underwater habitat for marine life. Prior to the scuttling, all harmful pollutants were meticulously removed from the vessel, and its hull was ballasted using sand to ensure a controlled sinking. The ferry rapidly foundered within minutes of opening its bottom vents on an even keel, allowing divers the opportunity for exploration the very same afternoon. For more visual documentation and insights into this captivating maritime event, you can explore a collection of photos and videos available through various links, including coverage from Fyens and other media outlets.