Join our crew and become one of the 104,497 members that receive our newsletter.

Bird’s-eye View of Costa Concordia Wreck – UPDATE

Bird’s-eye View of Costa Concordia Wreck – UPDATE

Mike Schuler
Total Views: 190
September 12, 2013

An aerial view shows the Costa Concordia as it lies on its side next to Giglio Island taken from an Italian navy helicopter

SEE ALSO: Costa Concordia Parbuckling in Photos

With the parbuckling of the Costa Concordia nearly upon us, I thought this recent aerial photo of the wreck site gives us a good view of what we’re salvors are working with. The image was taken from an Italian navy helicopter on August 26, 2013 as final preparations were being made for the uprighting operation.

Hi-res image HERE

The parbuckling, or rotation of the ship to its upright position, is expected to begin early Monday morning and take anywhere from 8 to 12, weather and conditions permitting.

Here’s a front-view animation of the operation to give you an idea what’s under the water.

If all goes well, additional caissons, which are essentially watertight chambers, will be attached to the ships starboard side before she is re-floated (in one piece) and towed to Piombino for disassembly.

A live webcam of the parbuckling can be found at Giglionews.it.

Above background aerial image (c) REUTERS/Alessandro Bianchi

Unlock Exclusive Insights Today!

Join the gCaptain Club for curated content, insider opinions, and vibrant community discussions.

Sign Up
Back to Main
polygon icon polygon icon

Why Join the gCaptain Club?

Access exclusive insights, engage in vibrant discussions, and gain perspectives from our CEO.

Sign Up
close

JOIN OUR CREW

Maritime and offshore news trusted by our 104,497 members delivered daily straight to your inbox.

Join Our Crew

Join the 104,497 members that receive our newsletter.