A 30-metre-long barge tipped at Tauranga marina yesterday.
A Bay of Plenty Regional Council spokesperson said staff were notified that the barge operating in the marina had tipped on its side at around 2.15pm on Monday, resulting in the crane lying in the water.
No-one was injured in the incident, which saw around 10 litres of diesel spill.
“Proactive absorbent booms are already in place to contain this. A light sheen may be visible near the containment area,” the spokesperson said.
Staff were on site working with relevant parties to ensure the barge was safely secured, they added.
“It will continue to be monitored until it can be salvaged. The company’s insurance agency is in the process of contracting a salvor and arranging a salvage plan.”
The council said more detail would be available by the end of the today on what the salvage plan would entail and how long it would take.
“It may take time for suitable equipment to be available for the operation.”
Maritime NZ said a maritime officer attended the scene and spoke to the barge and tug crew along with other witnesses.
“We are continuing to make enquiries into this incident that will inform our next steps.”