Police remove an activist occupying the bulk carrier MV Etoile which carried GM (genetically modified) maize from USA to the UK.

Arrest of activists by police on the bulk carrier MV Etoile carrying GM (genetically modified) maize from USA to the UK. The activists had occupied the 125,000 tonne bulk carrier on 20th June 2004, preventing it from landing at Avonmouth where it would have discharged its cargo. This cargo was destined for cattle feed, to be fed to UK dairy cows who produce own brand milk for the major supermarkets.