On 22nd January, Geoff Matthews of HM Coastguard gave a fascinating talk about the major reforms taking place within the Coastguard service. The changes arise from the advances in information and communications technology over the last 2 decades. It was clear that Geoff firmly believes that the new situation will represent a major step forward. … Continue reading 21st Century Coastguard – the video
A change to the Southampton skyline
The container cranes on what used to be 201/2 berth at Southampton Container terminal are over 400 ft high. They are visible from many parts of Southampton. Absolutely vital to the maintenance of the port as a major player on the international stage, but one is bound to wonder where the race for size will … Continue reading A change to the Southampton skyline
MBM’s best bits from the 2014 London Boat Show
Click here to view the Motor Boats Monthly selected pictures from London Boat Show. Some interesting curiosities!
HCA promotes East Cowes marina
Practical Boat Owner have announced that plans for a new marina in East Cowes have moved a further step forward. The Homes and Communities Agency is seeking a development partner for the project
Solent collision – official Coastguard video
Official Coastguard video of Atalanta of Chester colliding into the Hanne Knutsen in the Solent. Interesting to note the track of the SP launch (ahead of the tanker) which clearly tried to prevent a collision
A Flight up Southampton Water
Interesting video found on You Tube
Habitat Creation Conference presentation downloads available
The presentations given at the ABP Mer Conference in November (and the formal proceedings) are now available for download via Linked In. The conference report is available from the Resources section of this website (go to Proceedings where SPS is a sponsor or participant) The conference, for which Solent Protection Society was one of the … Continue reading Habitat Creation Conference presentation downloads available
RYA Launches safety campaign
The RYA, following its long established policy that "education is better than regulation" has launched a major new safety campaign at the London Boat Sow The new campaign features four main themes:- Look after Yourself Gave a Plan Keep in Touch Know your Limits Click here to view the introductory video Click here to see … Continue reading RYA Launches safety campaign
The ABP Approach Channel Dredge starts
For the full Notice to Mariners issued by ABP concerning the dredgers, please click here Some 3million cubic metres of material will be removed.
First shout of the year for RNLI Portsmouth.
http://www.rnlivideolibrary.org.uk/swf/rnli_player.swf?vid=zeUgnj5s Video from RNLI For the full story, click here to go to the RNLI webpage Search and Rescue operations like this are directed by HM Coastguard. But that will change during 2014 as a result of a major reorganisation of Coastguard. Lee on Solent Coastguard will close, and be integrated into the new Coastguard … Continue reading First shout of the year for RNLI Portsmouth.
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