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MV Ma Lisha Stuck Due to Wharf Collapse | Guyana News
A $12.7 million ferry, the MV Ma Lisha, sits idle three years after arriving—its maiden voyage stalled by a crumbling wharf built for it. Soil shifts caused structural collapse, forcing a costly rebuild. While the ferry was meant to revolutionize river transport for remote communities, the older MV Barima recently capsized, highlighting the urgency. The wharf project, initially budgeted at $1.4 billion and slated for completion by April 2024, faced delays due to flawed design and soil instability. Now, with a revised plan featuring stronger piles and tie rods—and materials already…
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