FROM THE MSC NAPOLI RESPONSE CENTRE

Operations are continuing, to remove containers from below deck of the vessel; to skim oil from the engine room and Number 6 Hold; to process containers at Portland Port, and onward transfer.

Overflight reconnaisance has reported light patchy sheen around the vessel only, which is normal.

Oily debris at Beachy Head has been disposed of by contractors and the local authority

Divers have collected engine parts and other heavy items from the seabed which will be removed and disposed of.

Members of the multi agency Environment Group are considering options for removing the ballast water aboard the vessel.