Work at the artificial island shore base off the Demerara River has been suspended following a fatal accident.
A statement from the Vreed-en-Hoop Shore Base Inc today said that at approximately 18:40 hrs. on February 10th, 2024, there was an industrial accident at the shore base.
The release said that the accident claimed the life of a foreign national working with a subcontractor. The police and immediate family were informed. An investigation has been launched and work at the facility was suspended.
Vreed-en-Hoop Shorebase Inc. said it regrets this unfortunate loss of life and offers the family its condolences and support.
Last week, Stabroek News reported that flooded foundation piles had added to the delay in the readiness of the Vreed-en-Hoop Shorebase Inc artificial island project. Sheet piles had also opened up causing sand to pour out of several areas.
VEHSI had declined to comment despite several requests by Stabroek News. ExxonMobil which is to use the shore base had also declined to comment saying that it was for VEHSI to do so.
Minister of Labour, Joseph Hamilton when contacted today said that his ministry was unaware of the incident and shortly after informed that an officer was dispatched to investigate.
