The maiden voyage of the MV Ma Lisha, a US$12.7 million government vessel, has been delayed due to structural deficiencies at the Port Kaituma wharf in Guyana's Region One.
The infrastructure failure prevents the ship from docking, disrupting planned logistics operations in the area.
APNU Member of Parliament Ganesh Mahipaul has attributed the delays to fundamental engineering errors, stating that the wharf was structurally compromised before construction began.
He cited a flawed design and an inadequate foundation as the primary causes of the facility's current instability.
The delay underscores ongoing challenges in maintaining critical riverine infrastructure in the region.
With the MV Ma Lisha unable to operate, local residents and businesses face continued logistical bottlenecks, highlighting the dependency on reliable port facilities for regional trade and transport.