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Sailing Ships just off Dover: Europa above and De Gallant below...
We have 340 plus pages below now...use our own SEARCH ENGINE just below to help you trawl through. All pictures are the copyright of the owners.
Editor: Paul Boland - dover7@msn.com
Post 2848
Sea News, Dover
SEATRADE SPECIAL.
A business partnership which brings around a quarter of Britain's bananas into the country is celebrating its tenth anniversary.
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The Port of Dover, Seatrade Reefer Chartering N.V and terminal operator George Hammond PLC have spent a decade running successful twice weekly shipping services through Dover Cargo Terminal in a port more widely recognised as the busiest RoRo ferry terminal in Europe.
In 2014 the Port registered record tonnage for the banana, perishable and other sensitive cargoes which come from Costa Rica, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru.
And, as the partners celebrated their anniversary last week at the annual Fruit Logistica in Berlin, they were also planning future growth.
The Port of Dover has now commenced work on one of the most important cargo projects in North West Europe. Dover Western Docks Revival will create a new cargo terminal with two dedicated cargo berths and a port-centric distribution facility.
Port Director of Corporate Development, Barbara Buczek, said: "Our project for the Western Docks is well-advanced and will provide the ultimate strategic location, delivering the supply chain with fast and direct access to and from Europe on the shortest sea-crossing.
"Dover is open for cargo business and is looking to maximise the potential and opportunities that partnerships like the one we have with Seatrade and George Hammond PLC can bring."
Eik Schuster, Chartering Manager of Seatrade Reefer Chartering N.V said: "My company’s relationship with the Port of Dover and George Hammond PLC over the last ten years has been fruitful in every way and I am grateful to both companies for their hard work in delivering an efficient operation, enabling us to serve the UK market effectively."
James Ryeland, Managing Director at George Hammond PLC, said: "We’ve had a great level of support from Seatrade, their worldwide network of offices and the Port of Dover which has given us the opportunity to develop this strong relationship."
To mark the anniversary, the Port presented a commemorative plaque to Seatrade representatives at Fruit Logistica.
ENDS
•The picture shows: James Ryland - Managing Director at George Hammond PLC, Eik Schuster - Chartering Manager of Seatrade Reefer Chartering, N.V, Barbara Buczek - Director of Corporate Development, and Steve Wale - George Hammond PLC.
Many thanks to the Port of Dover for the information and picture above.
The two reefer pictures are from our own files here at doverforum.com/sea-news.
Monday, 15 February 2016 - 07:29
A business partnership which brings around a quarter of Britain's bananas into the country is celebrating its tenth anniversary.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Port of Dover, Seatrade Reefer Chartering N.V and terminal operator George Hammond PLC have spent a decade running successful twice weekly shipping services through Dover Cargo Terminal in a port more widely recognised as the busiest RoRo ferry terminal in Europe.
In 2014 the Port registered record tonnage for the banana, perishable and other sensitive cargoes which come from Costa Rica, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru.
And, as the partners celebrated their anniversary last week at the annual Fruit Logistica in Berlin, they were also planning future growth.
The Port of Dover has now commenced work on one of the most important cargo projects in North West Europe. Dover Western Docks Revival will create a new cargo terminal with two dedicated cargo berths and a port-centric distribution facility.
Port Director of Corporate Development, Barbara Buczek, said: "Our project for the Western Docks is well-advanced and will provide the ultimate strategic location, delivering the supply chain with fast and direct access to and from Europe on the shortest sea-crossing.
"Dover is open for cargo business and is looking to maximise the potential and opportunities that partnerships like the one we have with Seatrade and George Hammond PLC can bring."
Eik Schuster, Chartering Manager of Seatrade Reefer Chartering N.V said: "My company’s relationship with the Port of Dover and George Hammond PLC over the last ten years has been fruitful in every way and I am grateful to both companies for their hard work in delivering an efficient operation, enabling us to serve the UK market effectively."
James Ryeland, Managing Director at George Hammond PLC, said: "We’ve had a great level of support from Seatrade, their worldwide network of offices and the Port of Dover which has given us the opportunity to develop this strong relationship."
To mark the anniversary, the Port presented a commemorative plaque to Seatrade representatives at Fruit Logistica.
ENDS
•The picture shows: James Ryland - Managing Director at George Hammond PLC, Eik Schuster - Chartering Manager of Seatrade Reefer Chartering, N.V, Barbara Buczek - Director of Corporate Development, and Steve Wale - George Hammond PLC.
Many thanks to the Port of Dover for the information and picture above.
The two reefer pictures are from our own files here at doverforum.com/sea-news.
Monday, 15 February 2016 - 07:29
Post 2847
Sea News, Dover
Very nice shot of the Summer Flower in the post below from Ed. Its not a hugely familiar name and one had the feeling initially it had never been with us before but no...in the files are pictures of the Summer Flower from 2014. I almost missed the ship yesterday.
However I did manage to get a distant picture of her arrival from the beach yesterday on a little camera and here it is...but delighted with Ed's picture which is right from the heart of things.
Monday, 15 February 2016 - 07:24
However I did manage to get a distant picture of her arrival from the beach yesterday on a little camera and here it is...but delighted with Ed's picture which is right from the heart of things.
Monday, 15 February 2016 - 07:24
Post 2846
Ed Connell, Dover
Summer Flower at the DCT today.
Sunday, 14 February 2016 - 19:59
Sunday, 14 February 2016 - 19:59
Post 2845
Sea News, Dover
The top shot was taken as she approached the Port from the open seas..quite long range. The second one was taken after a brief time and after a brief linger in the outer harbour...when she suddenly sped off back to base showing considerable power.
Sunday, 14 February 2016 - 19:22
Post 2844
Sea News, Dover
Above we have a shot of the Nederland Reefer leaving us for Panama a few days ago. A long haul that one....across the wide Atlantic. We are used to seeing the reefers heading on towards Vlissingen or HAMBURG or Rotterdam etc etc...but this one went south as you can see. Brings to yours trulys mind that famous Dubliners old sailing song once again...
"we're bound for Valparaiso round the horn"
There we are...just fancied a quick sunday morning blast of that one.
The trip for the Nederland Reefer is not quite the same but you get the drift.
Sunday, 14 February 2016 - 07:32
Post 2843
Sea News, Dover
..but thought it worth including.
Below we have a picture from a few days ago of the Wes Nicole which was over at cruise terminal one. She has since left us and is currently on her way to Cuelta in Spain. initially I thought she may be delivering rocks for the railway line mishap...but no on further inspection I believe she's a grain carrier and as we said, now on her way to sunny Spain.
Well done with those pix below Ed. Always worth recording that which is about to disappear.
Yes the Messina Strait was in, glad you got a shot...carrying on the Ports recent busy busy cargo trade. That's either the third or fourth cargo vessel this week. Its all go...
Jeez bet that was a rough oul crossing Mark...foolhardy. The costs will be enormous but as you say, glad everyone was okay.
Some people even go cruising in this weather. Sheesh!
Saturday, 13 February 2016 - 07:20
Post 2842
Ed Connell, Dover
Departed by the Western Entrance today so took the opportunity to take a few photos of the Prince of Wales pier in its present form.
Messina Strait at the Dover Cargo Terminal.
Saturday, 13 February 2016 - 00:05
Messina Strait at the Dover Cargo Terminal.
Saturday, 13 February 2016 - 00:05
Post 2841
Mark Rushton, Northants
Re the comments on the weather made below, you're not wrong. Some will be aware that Irish Ferries' Epsilon decided to sail from Cherbourg to Dublin in the teeth of Storm Imogen last weekend when many other ferry captains sought wiser council and stayed in port. The car deck looked like a scrapyard on arrival in Dublin judging by pictures on several news sources. Not good ! I'm guessing hundreds of thousands of pounds worth of damage, but thankfully no serious injuries.
Friday, 12 February 2016 - 13:16
Friday, 12 February 2016 - 13:16
Post 2840
Sea News, Dover
It was truly a gorgeous evening last evening. The colours were fantastic over the Port and over the English Channel. The picture above shows it off in good style. People ...so used to grey and grim weather these days, were coming out to enjoy the evening and to snap pictures on their mobile phones and maybe one or two even used a camera!
The picture above is just a basic snap...nature did the work, its not retouched in any way.
And speaking of grey and grim weather, take a look at the pictures below. In the fierce roar of Storm Imogen a couple of days ago...the hard working tug Doughty battles to get the Pride of Burgundy into Port. It took some time...
Lol!! Bill I expect you are right. I've seen the Atlantic off Galway on a rough day... crikey!
I have never been out on it though. Bet its very tough.
Friday, 12 February 2016 - 08:00
Post 2839
William Johnson, Austins ferry (williamjohnson@netspace.net.au)
G Day Paul B ,,, going by some of the comments made on here ,I would like to take them deap sea to see how rough it can get in the middle of the Atlantic ,or the Pacific oceans , compared to what gets in the channel they only running chop . Poor landlubbers lol
cheer's W S Johnson
Friday, 12 February 2016 - 07:58
cheer's W S Johnson
Friday, 12 February 2016 - 07:58
Post 2838
vic matcham, Dover
Most of the time I do not take the side of our MP but over that weekend march I do, the police did not use the powers they have if the need be, and need was that weekend march it is costing Dover alot in the way of trade and also members of the public coming into the town.
Thursday, 11 February 2016 - 09:31
Thursday, 11 February 2016 - 09:31
Post 2837
Sea News, Dover
You will remember we featured this miserable event previously in post 2357. The troubled march blocked access to the Port of Dover completely for a considerable time on the day. All traffic was at a standstill. Our EU trade halted.
Here we have our local MPs take on the situation.....
Never again should violent mobs be allowed to roam the streets of Dover...says Charlie Elphicke MP.
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Last September fascists and anti fascists were allowed to march in Dover with disastrous results. Last weekend, these militant groups were again allowed to march at the same time. It was inevitable that the Police line would break, that control of the situation would be lost and that people would get hurt. For this reason allowing these demonstrations to go ahead was irresponsible, reckless and wrong. The demonstrations should have been held on different days following last Autumn’s experience
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What happened was a total shambles and the Chief Constable and Police Commissioner have serious questions to answer. Many people have complained to me about what happened and I will be taking those complaints to the Independent Police Complaints Authority.
The Police deny they lost control. They also say they had a "duty to facilitate" the rival demonstrations.
I do not agree. We all saw the bloody scenes on TV. We saw the moment the Police line broke and the rival demonstrations were allowed to meet with terrible consequences. Control was clearly lost. Kent Police should apologise to the people of Dover.
What about this "duty to facilitate" demonstrations? It's true. There is a duty to facilitate a peaceful protest under Article 11(1) of the Human Rights code. What the Police don't say is that the protest must be peaceful. After last September it was clear it would not be peaceful. Moreover Article 11(2) says the right to protest can be restricted in the interests of public safety, the prevention of disorder and the protection of the rights and freedoms of others.
My view is that a decision was made to put the right to protest ahead of the rights and freedoms of the people of Dover. The Police did not use their extensive powers to uphold public safety and prevent disorder. That was wrong. It was wrong for elderly people out doing their shopping to be left in fear. It was wrong for families to have to hide in shops while a baying mob roamed the streets outside. It was wrong that businesses, the port and our local economy were disrupted. The first call of the Police should have been to keep the people of Dover safe and secure. They had the powers to do so. They did not use them. That was wrong. This is why I have met with the Police Minister about what happened and why I am asking him to investigate.
We strive in Dover for civic renewal. What we saw was civil disorder. We encourage visitors to come and enjoy the town. We do not want outsiders to use Dover as a battleground. Never again should we see scenes like those we saw last weekend. Never again should the Police allow such scenes to happen. Never again should rival groups of militant extremists be allowed to demonstrate and clash in Dover.
Ends
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Charlie Elphicke's view above.
The cargo trade continues at a solid pace..always great to see. On Tuesday yours truly just missed getting a decent picture of the Swedish Reefer departing for Hamburg but just as I was about to move away and give up, I saw the Nederland Reefer coming in...wow...that's some busy schedule. I understand we will have more cargo terminals when the new development comes into use...could be an exciting chance to increase cargo trade even more. PB.
The Nederland Reefer in the late sun of tuesday...
Yes Howard...am looking forward to a trip onboard the Cote des Dunes as soon as possible. Will be fascinating to see it.
Once again much thanks to DFDS for their contribution below in 2382 now unpinned.
You're right Barry...would be one helluva damp selfie..
Thursday, 11 February 2016 - 08:30
Here we have our local MPs take on the situation.....
Never again should violent mobs be allowed to roam the streets of Dover...says Charlie Elphicke MP.
__________________________________________________________________________________
Last September fascists and anti fascists were allowed to march in Dover with disastrous results. Last weekend, these militant groups were again allowed to march at the same time. It was inevitable that the Police line would break, that control of the situation would be lost and that people would get hurt. For this reason allowing these demonstrations to go ahead was irresponsible, reckless and wrong. The demonstrations should have been held on different days following last Autumn’s experience
.
What happened was a total shambles and the Chief Constable and Police Commissioner have serious questions to answer. Many people have complained to me about what happened and I will be taking those complaints to the Independent Police Complaints Authority.
The Police deny they lost control. They also say they had a "duty to facilitate" the rival demonstrations.
I do not agree. We all saw the bloody scenes on TV. We saw the moment the Police line broke and the rival demonstrations were allowed to meet with terrible consequences. Control was clearly lost. Kent Police should apologise to the people of Dover.
What about this "duty to facilitate" demonstrations? It's true. There is a duty to facilitate a peaceful protest under Article 11(1) of the Human Rights code. What the Police don't say is that the protest must be peaceful. After last September it was clear it would not be peaceful. Moreover Article 11(2) says the right to protest can be restricted in the interests of public safety, the prevention of disorder and the protection of the rights and freedoms of others.
My view is that a decision was made to put the right to protest ahead of the rights and freedoms of the people of Dover. The Police did not use their extensive powers to uphold public safety and prevent disorder. That was wrong. It was wrong for elderly people out doing their shopping to be left in fear. It was wrong for families to have to hide in shops while a baying mob roamed the streets outside. It was wrong that businesses, the port and our local economy were disrupted. The first call of the Police should have been to keep the people of Dover safe and secure. They had the powers to do so. They did not use them. That was wrong. This is why I have met with the Police Minister about what happened and why I am asking him to investigate.
We strive in Dover for civic renewal. What we saw was civil disorder. We encourage visitors to come and enjoy the town. We do not want outsiders to use Dover as a battleground. Never again should we see scenes like those we saw last weekend. Never again should the Police allow such scenes to happen. Never again should rival groups of militant extremists be allowed to demonstrate and clash in Dover.
Ends
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Charlie Elphicke's view above.
The cargo trade continues at a solid pace..always great to see. On Tuesday yours truly just missed getting a decent picture of the Swedish Reefer departing for Hamburg but just as I was about to move away and give up, I saw the Nederland Reefer coming in...wow...that's some busy schedule. I understand we will have more cargo terminals when the new development comes into use...could be an exciting chance to increase cargo trade even more. PB.
The Nederland Reefer in the late sun of tuesday...
Yes Howard...am looking forward to a trip onboard the Cote des Dunes as soon as possible. Will be fascinating to see it.
Once again much thanks to DFDS for their contribution below in 2382 now unpinned.
You're right Barry...would be one helluva damp selfie..
Thursday, 11 February 2016 - 08:30
Post 2836
Howard McSweeney, dover
I shudder to think how much was spent on the Cotes de Dune to get her looking so good outside and no doubt inside after the vandalism done to it.
Wednesday, 10 February 2016 - 21:56
Wednesday, 10 February 2016 - 21:56
Post 2835
Barry W-S, Dover
Great News to see the arrival of the Cote des Dunes, she looks very smart in her new livery
The ferry companies seem to be doing a sterling job coping with the likes of Storm Imogen
I can't make up my mind as far as the 'selfie' in a red jacket is either very brave or just plain daft, great pictures though MrB
Wednesday, 10 February 2016 - 12:20
The ferry companies seem to be doing a sterling job coping with the likes of Storm Imogen
I can't make up my mind as far as the 'selfie' in a red jacket is either very brave or just plain daft, great pictures though MrB
Wednesday, 10 February 2016 - 12:20
Post 2834
Sea News, Dover
New DFDS Ferry Enters Service on Dover-Calais Route
Côte des Dunes arrives into Dover on inaugural sailing from Calais
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Award-winning ferry operator, DFDS, welcomed its newest ferry, Côte des Dunes into Dover this afternoon (9 February), arriving into the Port of Dover on her inaugural sailing from Calais with her new DFDS livery on display.
The ferry is the first of two new ships scheduled to enter service on DFDS’ Dover-Calais route this month. The second ferry, Côte des Flandres, is due to enter service the week of 22 February. The new ships will join Calais Seaways on the service, enhancing DFDS’ daily schedule of sailings between Dover and Calais to up to 30 per day. When combined with DFDS’ three ferries on the Dover-Dunkirk route, DFDS will now operate the largest fleet on the Dover Strait, with up to 54 daily sailings to the two French ports.
Côte des Dunes has undergone a complete transformation since DFDS took delivery of her at the end of last year. Externally, the ferry is painted in the new DFDS livery, which includes the company’s updated logo and darker blue colour palette. Internally, the ship has been extensively renovated with numerous cafes and bars, a self-service restaurant named 7 Seas and a large shop with a variety of offers on holiday essentials and luxuries.
Other facilities include a dedicated children’s play area complete with play equipment and a large screen television. Those wanting a peaceful voyage can choose access to the new Premium Lounge where they can enjoy a range of complimentary teas, coffees, cold drinks and snacks, as well as the day’s newspapers to browse.
The ferry also boasts extended high quality facilities in the Road Kings area for commercial drivers, including showers, a restaurant and a quiet lounge area for drivers to relax, unwind and eat a hot meal before resuming their onward journey.
Carsten Jensen, senior vice president at DFDS, comments; "We are always striving to deliver our customers the best possible experience on our ferries. Côte des Dunes is an important part of our commitment to offer customers a sustainable, frequent and reliable cross Channel ferry service."
Malo Seaways, which is currently chartered by DFDS and sails alongside Calais Seaways on the Dover-Calais service, will temporarily serve as the third ship on the route while the Calais Seaways undergoes routine maintenance and will then be returned to its owner.
For further information about DFDS, or to find out about the latest sailing times, fares and offers across all routes from the UK, visit www.dfds.co.uk.
ENDS
Many thanks as ever to DFDS for sending the info and picture through above. Exciting news indeed.
NOTE: see also Jeremy Wards Cote des Dunes pictures in the posts below. Once again well done Jeremy. PaulB.
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Now for something slightly different, as promised here are some pictures of the wild wild weather when we were graced by the latest storm..
....this time Storm Imogen.
Paul at dover7@msn.com
Wednesday, 10 February 2016 - 06:26
Post 2833
Sea News, Dover
Well done Jeremy - you out-scooped us all once again with those ace Cote des Dunes pictures below.
Tuesday, 9 February 2016 - 18:36
Tuesday, 9 February 2016 - 18:36
Post 2832
Jeremy Ward, Whitfield, Dover
And another.
Tuesday, 9 February 2016 - 17:20
Tuesday, 9 February 2016 - 17:20
Post 2831
Jeremy Ward, Whitfield, Dover
Some more of the Cote Des Dunes..Sorry about poor quality.
Tuesday, 9 February 2016 - 17:17
Tuesday, 9 February 2016 - 17:17
Post 2830
Jeremy Ward, Whitfield, Dover
Cote Des Dunes arriving this afternoon with a water canon salute! 
Tuesday, 9 February 2016 - 17:14
Tuesday, 9 February 2016 - 17:14
Post 2829
Sea News, Dover
The weather has been atrocious as you know..even the Port was closed in the dead of the previous night for a time...all sailings were cancelled for a relatively short period, and then it was back into action. Other ferry crossings in other locations were also cancelled notably the Irish Sea crossings. It wouldn't have been a day for the oul Princess Maud no sirree bob!
Thanks Sarah - glad you liked the the lifeboat pix. That's all of those for the moment.
Will aim to have a few more pictures of the wild weather in due course. The picture currently at the top of the page was so funny to take. He was a good humoured funny guy...he even tried to take a selfie at one point, it didn't go well...will have that picture soon...when I can get them all done.
PaulB.
Tuesday, 9 February 2016 - 07:06