Shipwrecks of the British Isles

The 100 meter long cargo, 4444 dwt cargo vessel Wilson Corpach  ran aground near the Briton Ferry Bridge at Swansea, Wales. The  Wilson Corpach was headed for Antwerp from Avonmouth with a cargo of steel coils when it became stuck on a mud bank near the bridge.  The Coastguard was alerted and was able to refloat the Wilson Corpach with the next rising tide. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. The Wilson Corpach continued on its voyage after survey for damage was completed.