Dougie Coull Photography: 05/01/2013

Thursday, 30 May 2013

'Big Eagle' and 'Shoalway'

The luxury yacht 'Big Eagle' departed Greenock this morning and headed for Glasgow.

The cost of chartering her is about £109,000 for the Caribbean, and £116,000 for the Mediterranean.

Dredger 'Shoalway' is currently plying her trade dredging the Clyde at Glasgow.

'Big Eagle' Passing Port Glasgow

Dredger - Shoalway at Erskine Bridge

'Big Eagle' is Glasgow Bound

'Big Eagle' Tender

'Big Eagle' Passing Erskine Bridge

Dog Walkers at Erskine Bridge

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Monday, 27 May 2013

MSC Magnifica - Cruise Ship in Greenock

The cruise ship 'MSC Magnifica' paid her first visit to Greenock today.

She arrived very early - around 06:20 - and was met with heavy rain and not too warm weather.

I'm pleased to say that when she departed at 18:00 the weather had improved considerably.

Off the Greenock Ocean Terminal

Onlookers Gather to watch Her Departure

Heading Out to Open Sea

Cruise Ships in Greenock - May 2013 from Dougie Coull on Vimeo.

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On my way home I popped in to the James Watt Dock and took a few images of 'Big Eagle' - a luxury yacht.

The cost of chartering her is about £109,000 for the Caribbean, and £116,000 for the Mediterranean.

'Big Eagle' Berthed in the James Watt Marina

'Big Eagle' Berthed in the James Watt Marina

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Friday, 24 May 2013

'Quest for Adventure' - Departing Greenock

'Quest for Adventure' departed Greenock tonight and headed on to her next destination - Douglas on the Isle of Man.

She had a lovely sunny night for her passengers to take in the scenery, albeit still a bit chilly on the Clyde.

Canting

On the Turn

New Funnel Colours This Year

Looking Splendid Against the Hills

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Thursday, 23 May 2013

MV Lochinvar Launch at Ferguson Shipbuilders

The second of the hybrid diesel electric ferries for CMAL was launched this morning at Ferguson Shipbuilders in Port Glasgow.

The sun shone brightly, though we are still enduring a cold wind even this far in to the year.

As always Fergusons are good hosts to the local community and we are privileged to be able to watch their fine vessels be launched. It is so much part of the Clyde tradition.

Great to see the local school children enjoy the spectacle and witness their future heritage first hand.

The launch was carried out by Patricia Platten - wife of Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL) CEO - Guy Platten.

All went smoothly thought he wind did carry her a bit further upriver than perhaps was anticipated.

However she was soon secured by Clyde Marine's tugs and berthed where she will now be fitted out before sea trials.

Welcome to the Launch

Waiting to Go

Deck Party

Pupils and Teachers Await the Launch

Dignitaries at the MV Lochinvar Launch

MV Lochinvar Makes a Splash

Last Minute Checks Before the Launch

Final Manoeuvres to Berth 'MV Lochinvar'

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Sunday, 19 May 2013

Caribbean Princess - Greenock Visit

Another evening in Greenock, another cruise ship departs.

Tonight the 'Caribbean Princess' sets sail for pastures new after her day visit to Greenock.

Hopefully her passengers and crew will have enjoyed all Inverclyde and surrounding areas has to offer.

The 'Office' - Ready for Business

Waiting to Depart

Making Waves

Canting

Fully Canted

Heading Out

Funnels and Stacks

With Canoe Escort as She Departs Greenock

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Saturday, 18 May 2013

PS Waverley - Maintenance Time

A rare opportunity to document the grand old lady - PS Waverley - as she undergoes some TLC before starting her summer season.

She exits the dry dock on Monday morning and will go on trials and get compass adjustments before heading up to her regular berth in Glasgow.

Here's hoping she has a bumper season as it will generate revenues to keep this icon alive on our river.

She is after all a major part of our Clyde heritage - and irreplaceable for sure.

PS Waverley in the Garvel Dry Dock

Bow

PS Waverley in the Garvel Dry Dock

Rudder

Stern View

Paddle Wheel

PS Waverley in the Garvel Dry Dock

Waverley Move - May 2013 from Dougie Coull on Vimeo.

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Thursday, 16 May 2013

'Mein Schiff 1' - at Greenock Esplanade

The cruise ship 'Mein Schiff 1' came to Greenock today.

I managed a few shots as she departed in the early evening.

SD Northern River was also on passage from Faslane to Greenock.

'Mein Schiff 1' at Greenock Esplanade

'Mein Schiff 1' Departing Greenock

'Mein Schiff 1'

'Mein Schiff 1' off Greenock Esplanade

SD Norther River

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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.