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MV Barima Salvage Race Against Time | Guyana News
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Tragedy struck off Guyana’s coast when the 87-year-old ferry MV Barima sank, claiming 73 lives and leaving 30 missing—though 77 were rescued, one later died. Families fiercely oppose a memorial at the wreck site, demanding the vessel be brought ashore for evidence. In response, government agencies issued an RFP for salvage operations amid treacherous conditions, requiring bidders to prove Caribbean salvage expertise and detail forensic/environmental safeguards. Proposals due August 14, 2026. Opposition leader offers free lifting, sparking concerns over transparency—and allegations the ship was overloaded and lacked safety gear.
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