Lark Harbour Mayor says Cedar Cove, the site of the ship salvage, is outside the town's boundaries

On Monday, Resolve Marine spoke about the process which includes building an access road to the ship, a work pad on the beach, and a camp for the nearly 50 workers expected there this summer.

The Town of Lark Harbour would like to provide clarification regarding the ongoing salvage operation of the MSC Baltic III. On Monday, Resolve Marine spoke about the process which includes building an access road to the ship, a work pad on the beach, and a camp for the nearly 50 workers expected there this summer. The cargo ship lost power and ran aground more than a year ago in an area known as Cedar Cove. Lark Harbour Mayor Wade Park says it is not within the town’s jurisdiction and is just outside the town’s boundary, mostly crown land, but they are concerned about the impact on the town now that the lobster fishery has started. 

Park says decisions on the use of this area, including the creation of a quarry, is part of a collaboration of about a dozen agencies. He feels the salvage plan to work on sections of the boat onshore and barge it to Stephenville rather than 2,000 truck trips between Corner Brook and Little Port is the best option. Park says Resolve Marine has a good plan in place, environmentally, economically and for safety. 

There will be a camp built in Lark Harbour for the nearly 50 workers expected and Park says they expect a busy summer with several restaurants in the area. Following the completion of the project, the area will be fully reclaimed in accordance with environmental and regulatory standards.