In a statement released today the Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) have confirmed the incident at Hobie Beach where vessel F/V Alley Cat ran aground. All authorities have been notified and have responded accordingly. At this stage, the vessel owner has confirmed that a contractor has been appointed to manage the necessary salvage arrangements. TNPA can also confirm that there has been no injuries or pollution reported. An emergency response team is on standby to assist should the … [Read more...] about Contractor Appointed to Salvage Hobie Beach Grounded Vessel
Alley Cat
Fishing Vessel Runs Aground near Hobie Beach
Ian Gray, NSRI Port Elizabeth station commander, said: At 01h51, Sunday, 11th February, NSRI Port Elizabeth duty crew were activated following eye-witness reports of a fishing boat run aground at Main Beach, Port Elizabeth, by Hobie Beach. The sea rescue craft Spirit of Surfski IV was launched and NSRI crew responded directly to the scene. The SA Police Services, a Police Dive Unit, and EC Government Health EMS responded. On arrival on the scene the 12 meter fishing boat Alley Cat was … [Read more...] about Fishing Vessel Runs Aground near Hobie Beach
