After three years of planning, a decommissioned fishing trawler took just 10 minutes to sink (opens original article in a new tab)

A decommissioned fishing trawler was sunk off Hawke's Bay to form an artificial reef, following extensive planning and environmental preparations.

• A 60-year-old fishing trawler was intentionally sunk to create an artificial reef and dive site after three years of planning.
• The vessel was stripped of harmful materials and carefully sunk to ensure environmental safety and a stable dive experience.
• The project involved multiple organizations and aims to enhance marine biodiversity and provide a sustainable fishing and diving area.