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Resolve Marine Begins Removing SS Richard Montgomery Masts

By Drooid · Oct 4, 2026, 3:36 PM UTC · How we work

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Resolve Marine began removing the SS Richard Montgomery's three steel masts in the Thames Estuary.
The UK Department for Transport appointed Resolve Marine in April 2026 after six years of planning.
The wreck sank in August 1944 about 50 miles east of London with roughly 1,400 tons of munitions.
Maritime Minister Keir Mather and Director Sam Adams said the project safeguards the public and preserves history.

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Resolve Marine began removing the SS Richard Montgomery's three steel masts in the Thames Estuary.
The UK Department for Transport appointed Resolve Marine in April 2026 after six years of planning.
The wreck sank in August 1944 about 50 miles east of London with roughly 1,400 tons of munitions.
Maritime Minister Keir Mather and Director Sam Adams said the project safeguards the public and preserves history.