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In 2014, ship with 32M illegal cigarettes was sunk off Ireland; 12 years later, marine life has colonised the wreck

In a fascinating move, the MV Shingle was purposefully submerged along Ireland's northwest coast, transforming into a thriving artificial reef. Legal challenges and its deteriorating state made scrapping impractical, leading to its sinking in 2024. As marine life increasingly flourishes around the wreck, the area has seen a spike in biodiversity and year-round visitor interest, highlighting the…

Times of India World 7/10/2026, 3:00:00 pm IST

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