The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment DFFE has announced significant progress in the revitalisation of Proclaimed Fishing Harbours, marked by ongoing advancements in the removal of sunken and abandoned vessels, reports Cape town Etc .
This initiative, which spans across Lamberts Bay, St Helena Bay, Saldanha Bay, Hout Bay, and Gordon's Bay, aims not only to enhance safety but also to create economic opportunities for local communities.
A total of 37 vessels have been identified in the targeted five harbour areas, comprising 17 abandoned and 20 sunken vessels. To date, six vessels have been attended to or removed by their owners at their own cost, leaving 31 remaining for removal.