The race is on to avoid an ecological disaster after the HMNZS Manawanui ran aground last weekend on a reef about one nautical mile off the south coast of Upolu, Samoa’s most populated island.
Coastal science Professor Chris Battershill, who helped lead the Rena cleanup and recovery, says speed will be of the essence as salvage crews attempt to stop fuel leaking from the sunken naval ship.
He speaks to Emile Donovan.
The HMNZS Manawanui, aground in Samoa. Photo: Supplied / Profile Boats
