The Port of Itajaí in Brazil has launched a project to remove the remains of the wrecked vessel “Pallas,” which has rested in the port’s access channel for more than 130 years. The primary objective of the project is to deepen the navigation channel and enable larger vessels to enter the port safely.
According to sea-news.az, citing Seanews.az, the Pallas was built in England in 1891 and later became part of the Brazilian Navy. The vessel sank in 1893 during the Federalist Revolution. Located in the Itajaí River near the port entrance, the wreck has long posed an obstacle to dredging and navigation improvement efforts.
The port’s access channel currently has a depth of 14 meters. Under the project, it will be deepened to 16 meters, allowing the port to accommodate larger cargo ships and increase its handling capacity.
Port authorities state that removing the wreck will not only expand vessel access but also improve maneuvering safety, enhance operational efficiency, and help reduce logistics costs.
The project, valued at approximately US$12.8 million, is part of a broader federal modernization program. In addition to channel deepening, the program includes the construction of new berths and a modern cruise terminal to further strengthen the port’s infrastructure and competitiveness.
