Skandi Amazonas reportedly refloated after 83 days

The Brazilian-flagged AHTS Skandi Amazonas was reportedly refloated on Thursday (August 6), 83 days after running aground off the coast of Macaé, Rio de Janeiro, marking a significant milestone in one of Brazil’s most closely watched offshore salvage operations.

The vessel had remained grounded since May 15, when it struck a rocky outcrop near Pedra do Pescador while approaching the Port of Macaé. During the incident, the master intentionally beached the vessel in a controlled maneuver, allowing all crew members to evacuate safely and preventing any environmental impact.

The reported refloating follows weeks of temporary hull repairs, dewatering, structural stabilization and other recovery activities carried out under the supervision of the Brazilian Navy and the relevant environmental authorities.

DOF previously declared Skandi Amazonas a Constructive Total Loss (CTL) after concluding that the cost of repairing the vessel would exceed its insured value. The company subsequently received a hull and machinery insurance settlement of approximately US$115 million.

Although the vessel has reportedly been refloated, the salvage operation is not yet complete. Further activities, including towing, environmental obligations and the vessel’s final disposition, are expected before the operation is formally concluded.

One Energy News is monitoring the operation and will provide updates as additional information becomes officially available.