PS Waverley - First 2021 Journey

PS Waverley had her first outing of the year as she dearted Glasgow and headed to dry dock in Greenock.

She will undergo inspections and work required before the start of her cruise season.

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Argyll Flyer - Lift Out Operation

Calmac ferry Argyll Flyer was lifted from the James Watt Dock to the quayside this afternoon for maintenance work.

Preparation work

High and Dry

Lifting Begins

Cranes Doing Their Work

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James Watt Dock - Greenock

Few images from a walk around the docks today.

SD Impulse at James Watt Dock

James Watt Dock

Bruiser

Tanker Nordic Outbound

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SD Warden

A fairly rare visitor to the Clyde arrived from Oban this afternoon and berthed at Great Harbour.

Passing Greenock Inbound

Head On

Waiting to Berth

Canting to Berth

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Stroll at James Watt Dock

A wee walk around James Watt Dock at Greenock this afternoon.

Three Sisters

Safely Tied Up

Nets on Quayside

Drying Out

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TS Queen Mary Heads for the Garvel Dry Dock

TS Queen Mary was today towed to the Garvel Dry Dock where she will receive some much needed TLC.

It's a credit to those who have pursued this dream over many years, and all credit to them for their efforts.

A fair crowd gathered to witness the event and many cameras were clicking away to record the event.

Here are a few of my efforts for those who either couldn't manage, or live too far away.

 The Short Journey Begins

Towing from the James Watt Dock

Leaving James Watt Dock with Well Wishers on the Quay

Pilot and Dale's Staff


Edging Out


'Biter' Takes the Bow in Tow

Canting off Greenock

Steady Pull

Beginning the Entry to the Garvel Dry Dock

Inching Her Way In 

Almost There

Soon be Secured

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P1 Powerboat Grand Prix of the Seas - Inverclyde

A first for Inverclyde as the P1 Grand Prix of the Sea was held in Scotland for the first time.

The sun shone, the boats and their crews did their bit, the crowds turned out in appreciation, and it was another very successful venture for Inverclyde.

An estimated 22,000 people attended today and everyone seemed to be having a good time and enjoying the spectacle.

As well as the Powerboat and Jet Ski races there were various displays offshore with freestyle Jet Ski and Flyboard fun.

Another day tomorrow though the forecast suggests we may be back to more typical Greenock summer weather.

Crowds Enjoy he Sun on the Esplanade

 Race Winner

 Acrobatics

 Flip

 Making a Splash

 Display Ended

Round the Buoy

'13' Starts to Flip

'13' Capsizing

Inverclyde's Own

 '69'

 '21'

 Close Encounters

 Back to Base

 Friendly Wave

Chequered Flag

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Disney Magic Comes to Town

The magic of Disney came to Greenock today in the form of one of their Cruise ships - 'Disney Magic'.

Sadly we couldn't offer a magic start with the weather, but let's be honest, it could have rained hard and not just the light touch we experienced.

She looked great coming in and it was nice to see so many turning out for such an early start.

I expect the esplanade will be mobbed as she sails tonight.

 Passing Gourock Inbound

 Approaching Greenock

 Twin Funnels

Pure Magic

 Ship's Bridge

Screen on Display


 Berthing at the Ocean Terminal

Goofy Adds the Final Touch 

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