HMS Ambush Submarine - Faslane Departure

I was fortunate enough to catch HMS Ambush as she departed Faslane.

I was on my way to Garelochhead to get a few images the the North bound steam train when I saw her come down the loch.

Approaching Rhu Narrows

Crew on Deck

Tugs in Close Attendance

Slipping Past Rhu Narrows 

Passing Roseneath

Passing Roseneath Outbound

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Ultimax - Bulk Carrier

Nice to see one of the bigger vessels on the Clyde.

The bulk carrier ' Ultimax' passed Port Glasgow on her way upriver to Glasgow this morning, so got a few images before I headed over to the other side of the river.

'Ultimax' Approaching Port Glasgow

 'Ultimax' Approaching Port Glasgow

 'Ultimax' Passing Port Glasgow  

'Ultimax' and the Tug 'Anglegarth'

Tug ' Anglegarth' 

'Ultimax' Heads on Upriver to Glasgow

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Cargo ship 'UFA' - arrives Greenock for Repairs

The cargo ship 'UFA' - a russian owned vessel - arrived at the James Watt Dock in Greenock just after lunch.

She had a collision with the West Pier at Ayr harbour.

The damage is clearly visible, and she will now be assessed for repair work.

Although unconfirmed I understand she had a problem with her steering gear.

Passing East India Harbour in the Driving Rain 

Tugs 'Battler' and 'Bruiser' Assist the 'UFA'

'UFA' Arriving in the Rain

 'UFA' Damage

'UFA' Entering the James Watt Dock

'UFA' Damage


Tug 'Bruiser' Assists the Move

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River Clyde Activity Today

A few images on a very wet day in Greenock.

SD Clyde Racer off Greenock

SD Clyde Racer off Greenock

Tug 'Battler' Escorts the 'UFA' to James Watt Dock

 White or Buff - You Decide

Tug 'Bruiser'

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'Stavros S Niarchos' - Open Day

I braved the wind and rain and went aboard the 'Stavros S Niarchos' today as she was open to the public.

I had a bit of sympathy as the weather undermined the best efforts of the crew.

However, a delightful and enthusiastic Rachael showed me around the vessel, and was very patient as I stopped to take a few photos on my way round.

So, despite the weather, the visit was well worthwhile.

 Lifeboats

Wheels

 On Deck

 My Host - Rachael

 Mast and Rigging

Mess Deck

Sleeping Quarters

Mess Deck

Corridor Below Decks

 Galley

On Deck

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James Cook

The 'RSS James Cook' - a research vessel - passed Greenock this morning on her way to sea.

 RRS James Cook Approaching East India Harbour

 RRS James Cook - Off East India Harbour

RRS James Cook - Bridge

RRS James Cook Passing East India Harbour

RRS James Cook Outward Bound

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Around the 'Clyde' today

 A few images from my sojourn around the Greenock docks today.

Windy and wet at times - but made the best of things.

Kommandor Iona

Papa Joe Heads Upriver

SD Resourceful in Dock 

SD Resourceful 'Egg Beaters'

SD Resourceful in Dock  

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280 Tonne Cable Reel Move

The 280 Tonne cable reel constructed at Inchgreen Quay was moved today on to a barge for onward transportation.

This was a lengthy process and now that it is installed on the barge - will be towed by the tug 'Viking' later in the week to it's destination.

Final Preparation

Off the Ground

Swinging Gently Towards the Barge

Long Slow Process

Beginning it's Downward Journey to the Barge Deck

Getting Closer to the Barge Deck

Lots of Cranes 

They Judged the Tide Time Nicely

Cable Reel Move from Dougie Coull on Vimeo.

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