Wednesday 15 May 2013

Queen Mary 2 - Greenock Visit


Cunard's only visit to Greenock this year came in the majestic shape of 'Queen Mary 2'.

As always she drew large enthusiastic crowds - even as early as 07:00 - as photographers gathered at a variety of locations along the river.

I was fortunate enough to be able to get some quayside shots as she berthed at the Greenock Ocean Terminal.

I can vouch for the friendly welcome that the passengers received as they disembarked to sample the delights of Scotland, and the Inverclyde area.

And as she departed, once again huge crowds assembled at Greenock Esplanade to wave her off as she headed for Dublin, the next port on her itinerary.

Passing Gourock on Arrival


Arriving at Greenock


Canting Before Berthing

A Good Greenock Welcome


Pipe Band Gives the First Taste of Scotland


Almost Berthed


A Scottish Welcome


Safely Berthed


Bridge


Securing the Gangway


Quayside Work


Stern View


Stern View


Dressing the Gangway


Queen Mary 2


Departing the Ocean Terminal


Tug 'Anglegarth' Gives a Spectacular Goodbye at Departure

'Queen Mary 2' Visits Greenock - 2013 from Dougie Coull on Vimeo.


More images are available at - www.dougie-coull-photography.co.uk - are better resolution and available to buy.