Case Study 1: The MV Rena Grounding In October 2011, the MV Rena, a container ship, ran aground on Astrolabe Reef off the coast of New Zealand, causing one of the country's worst environmental disasters. The vessel was carrying Over 1,300 containers, including hazardous materials, which spilled into the sea, resulting in oil pollution and significant damage to the marine ecosystem.
a. Describes What were the main factors contributing to the extensive damage caused by the MV Rena grounding?​