North-east firm throws light on ancient shipwreck
- On 29/07/2008
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From The Press and Journal
A hi-tech underwater camera designed by an Aberdeenshire firm is being used to examine an ancient Roman shipwreck off Sicily.
Scientists from the marine research group RPM Nautical Foundation have had a major breakthrough thanks to the specialist equipment from Tritech International, based at Westhill, near Aberdeen.
The company, formed nearly 20 years ago, specialises in acoustic sensors and other underwater equipment.
Experts believe the Roman vessel was headed for Italy from north Africa in the 3rd century AD when she foundered in the Egadi Islands off the north-west coast of Sicily.
The wreck is thought to have been a merchant ship carrying foods such as olive oil and grain, with building materials.
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