TOXIC WW2 SHIPWRECKS THREATEN OUR OCEANS
“The great thing about this problem is that its solvable”
Matt Carter – Research Director
Decaying World War II wrecks contain oil that poses an imminent threat to the marine environment.
Decaying World War II wrecks contain oil that poses an imminent threat to the marine environment.
We can prevent this.
But we must act now.
Here are the challenges
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Research Update May 2020
Matt Carter details one MPF's high priority wrecks in this video.A word from our Research Director. Dr Matt Carter.Firstly everyone at MPF would like to congratulate Matt on completing his PhD thesis. He is now officially a Dr!While many of us involved with MPF have...
Peter Cundall
Meet Peter Cundall Peter is an amazing guy. He is our Chief Historian and a Director of Major Projects Foundation. Peter, until recent retirement, worked in the maritime industry at Svitzer Australia, the main towage operator in Australia. Peter’s real passion is...
Newsletter – March 2020
Welcome to the first issue of Major Projects Foundation's new e-newsletter. We hope you enjoy this new way to stay informed on Major Projects Foundation's news. RESEARCH DIRECTOR'S PRESENTATION A talk at the Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club by Matt Carter, Major...
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