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Sea Pictures from Dover.
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 3311
Ed Connell, Dover
Sea Princess the other night with large movie screen in action forward of the funnel.
Tug VB Cyclone powering out of Dunkerque West this morning.
Atlantic Reefer at the DCT today.
Monday, 11 July 2016 - 08:18
Tug VB Cyclone powering out of Dunkerque West this morning.
Atlantic Reefer at the DCT today.
Monday, 11 July 2016 - 08:18
Post 3310
Ed Connell, Dover
Madrid Spirit remains at the new LNG facility in Dunkerque West discharging her commissioning cargo. See below for an aerial photo courtesy of the estimable gCaptain website, plus photos of the boil-off gas flare which has commenced (quote "Boil-off is LNG that is evaporating slowly in the LNG tank as it warms up.")
Monday, 11 July 2016 - 08:15
Monday, 11 July 2016 - 08:15
Post 3309
Sea News, Dover
Monday, 11 July 2016 - 05:15
Post 3308
Sea News, Dover
Some pictures now of the departing Saga Pearl II and pilot in the choppy blustery conditions of Friday evening ...its not all plain sailing for the pilot...
Press Release following on from Ed's post 2851 re the new LNG terminal at Dunkerque...
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On Friday 8th July, the first liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker has docked at the Dunkerque LNG terminal’s jetty, thereby launching the industrial start-up of the facility.
With the arrival of the Madrid Spirit, a tanker manned by a Spanish crew from Teekay company, the Dunkerque LNG terminal is receiving its first methane tanker along with its some 130,000 m3 of LNG, originating from a liquefaction plant in Bonny, Nigeria.
After four and a half years of construction, the last few months were reserved for several test runs of the installation without gas (stress conditions tests, commissioning of utilities, partially cooling with nitrogen down to -110°C).
Everyone in Dunkirk's shipping community took care to make sure the Madrid Spirit got safely to the terminal jetty. Once the tanker is moored and connected to the discharging arm, the facility will gradually be cooled to -163°C. The tank will be discharged slowly, over the course of 7 to 10 days.
The LNG will gradually pass through pipes to reach reservoir 3 and then all of the terminal’s gas storage installations (the other two reservoirs, pumps, compressors, and all pipework). Over the following 10 to 15 days, gas produced from the evaporation of some of this LNG will be sent to the flare. Once cooled, the terminal storage installations will send the gas out to the GRTgaz transmission network, at a low rate initially to test each of the terminal’s units.
A second boat is expected during the first fortnight in August, to carry out test runs of the whole system and performance tests (pump flow rates, compressors rates).
The terminal will be tested under normal usage conditions during the summer. At the end of September, the terminal should be ready to enter into commercial operations and be made available fot EDF and Total, customers of Dunkerque LNG.
"The arrival of the first tanker is a key milestone, the fruit of faultless dedication from all teams working on the project. It represents the end of the construction and the industrial start up of the terminal", stated Marc Girard, President of Dunkerque LNG.
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Sunday, 10 July 2016 - 06:36
Press Release following on from Ed's post 2851 re the new LNG terminal at Dunkerque...
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On Friday 8th July, the first liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker has docked at the Dunkerque LNG terminal’s jetty, thereby launching the industrial start-up of the facility.
With the arrival of the Madrid Spirit, a tanker manned by a Spanish crew from Teekay company, the Dunkerque LNG terminal is receiving its first methane tanker along with its some 130,000 m3 of LNG, originating from a liquefaction plant in Bonny, Nigeria.
After four and a half years of construction, the last few months were reserved for several test runs of the installation without gas (stress conditions tests, commissioning of utilities, partially cooling with nitrogen down to -110°C).
Everyone in Dunkirk's shipping community took care to make sure the Madrid Spirit got safely to the terminal jetty. Once the tanker is moored and connected to the discharging arm, the facility will gradually be cooled to -163°C. The tank will be discharged slowly, over the course of 7 to 10 days.
The LNG will gradually pass through pipes to reach reservoir 3 and then all of the terminal’s gas storage installations (the other two reservoirs, pumps, compressors, and all pipework). Over the following 10 to 15 days, gas produced from the evaporation of some of this LNG will be sent to the flare. Once cooled, the terminal storage installations will send the gas out to the GRTgaz transmission network, at a low rate initially to test each of the terminal’s units.
A second boat is expected during the first fortnight in August, to carry out test runs of the whole system and performance tests (pump flow rates, compressors rates).
The terminal will be tested under normal usage conditions during the summer. At the end of September, the terminal should be ready to enter into commercial operations and be made available fot EDF and Total, customers of Dunkerque LNG.
"The arrival of the first tanker is a key milestone, the fruit of faultless dedication from all teams working on the project. It represents the end of the construction and the industrial start up of the terminal", stated Marc Girard, President of Dunkerque LNG.
ENDs
Sunday, 10 July 2016 - 06:36
Post 3307
Sea News, Dover
A couple of extra pictures of the Sea Princess above...she remained in Port over night in a blaze of fabulous lights and is still here as I write at 10.30am saturday.....so something of a relative lengthy stay.
Below we have one more picture of Swaensborgh...you might remember she was docked at the eastern arm after being towed into Port by the Lifeboat see 2846, 2847. On thursday afternoon she took flight again, presumably with all problems fixed.
There she goes....
Don't miss Ed's fascinating post below from Dunkerque.
Saturday, 9 July 2016 - 10:37
Post 3306
Ed Connell, Dover
Today marked the opening of the huge LNG import facility which has been under construction in the outer harbour in Dunkerque West for the last two or three years. The LNG carrier Madrid Spirit delivered a commissioning cargo from Bonny in Nigeria. Commercial operations will commence in September.
Friday, 8 July 2016 - 22:39
Friday, 8 July 2016 - 22:39
Post 3305
Sea News, Dover
The magnificent Sea Princess arriving with us this morning at 05.30...
A beautiful ship above there and no mistake. Will have more pictures later on. A very welcome visitor for sure.
Its a double header once again today with the Saga Pearl II also in Port.
Below as promised here are a couple of pictures from late Wednesday evening of the departing Elsebeth. Time was around 20.30 (8.30pm) as she caught the orange late evening sun with the pilot boat in close attendance. Pictures taken across the rooftops as it were ...
"I aint a-going up that ladder, no sirreeee bob!"
Friday, 8 July 2016 - 06:20
Its a double header once again today with the Saga Pearl II also in Port.
Below as promised here are a couple of pictures from late Wednesday evening of the departing Elsebeth. Time was around 20.30 (8.30pm) as she caught the orange late evening sun with the pilot boat in close attendance. Pictures taken across the rooftops as it were ...
"I aint a-going up that ladder, no sirreeee bob!"
Friday, 8 July 2016 - 06:20
Post 3304
Sea News, Dover
The Astor arriving with us in grand style yesterday morning early (Wednesday). It was a gorgeous morning and the cruise ship looked great as she coolly meandered across the harbour. She left last evening about 6.15pm heading on to Falmouth.
Thanks to Ed and Del for the posts below. Choppy waters indeed Del. Good to see those pix Ed of Swaensborgh at the eastern arm of the Port. See also the pictures from yours truly of the disabled Swaensborgh being towed in by the Lifeboat further down the page...never a dull moment here in the Port of Dover.
Thursday, 7 July 2016 - 06:48
Thanks to Ed and Del for the posts below. Choppy waters indeed Del. Good to see those pix Ed of Swaensborgh at the eastern arm of the Port. See also the pictures from yours truly of the disabled Swaensborgh being towed in by the Lifeboat further down the page...never a dull moment here in the Port of Dover.
Thursday, 7 July 2016 - 06:48
Post 3303
del styan, Norfolk
For Charlie Elphicke to say we don't all agree, is putting it mildly! By the way, rumour has it our very own Reedham ferry has changed hands. But they still intend to carry a maximum load of 2 cars per crossing. Gets choppy out there!
Wednesday, 6 July 2016 - 23:41
Wednesday, 6 July 2016 - 23:41
Post 3302
Ed Connell, Dover
Swaensborgh alongside the Eastern Arm this afternoon.
Wednesday, 6 July 2016 - 22:59
Wednesday, 6 July 2016 - 22:59
Post 3301
Sea News, Dover
Stricken ship Swaensborgh being towed into Port around midday today by the Dover Lifeboat. There appeared to be smoke rising from the starboard side of the three master at one point...also in the pictures is the harbour patrol pilot boat... Another full mornings work for the Lifeboat crew towing this one in from mid channel.
Wednesday, 6 July 2016 - 15:21
Wednesday, 6 July 2016 - 15:21
Post 3300
Sea News, Dover
Some pictures now of the Elsebeth reefer arriving yesterday morning from Vlissingen in the Netherlands. She had a super efficient turnaround here in the Port of Dover and was gone by last evening...the pictures show her early morning arrival aided by both tugboats Doughty and Dauntless.
Also have pictures backlogging of the departure of the Saga Sapphire last evening and the Astor arriving this morning. Will feature these in due course once we catch up. I may have one of the departing Elsebeth in the orange late evening sun. Still in camera, will check if any good. As mentioned the Astor is in Port now...an elegant ship, small but beautifully packaged. See also Colette's Cruise Visit post 2834..
Cracking picture below from Sarah there...capturing the action in the delicate evening light.
Many thanks Vic as ever for the comments.
Wednesday, 6 July 2016 - 06:37
Also have pictures backlogging of the departure of the Saga Sapphire last evening and the Astor arriving this morning. Will feature these in due course once we catch up. I may have one of the departing Elsebeth in the orange late evening sun. Still in camera, will check if any good. As mentioned the Astor is in Port now...an elegant ship, small but beautifully packaged. See also Colette's Cruise Visit post 2834..
Cracking picture below from Sarah there...capturing the action in the delicate evening light.
Many thanks Vic as ever for the comments.
Wednesday, 6 July 2016 - 06:37
Post 3299
vic matcham, Dover
It does not seem that many years ago that I was helping to hammer them sheet piles in and then cut the tops off all at the same high.
Wednesday, 6 July 2016 - 01:14
Wednesday, 6 July 2016 - 01:14
Post 3298
Sarah, Ramsgate
Ramsgate Inshore Lifeboat "Claire & David Delves" on exercise this evening.
Tuesday, 5 July 2016 - 23:24
Tuesday, 5 July 2016 - 23:24
Post 3297
vic matchan, Dovor
You are right Paul we do not all agree our MP is good at jumping ships when it suits him.anyway back to the port thanks again for the good photos of both Ramsgate and Dovor. 
Tuesday, 5 July 2016 - 10:00
Tuesday, 5 July 2016 - 10:00
Post 3296
Sea News, Dover
BRITAIN WILL PROSPER IN THE YEARS TO COME....says MP Charlie Elphicke
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Dear Mr Boland,
What a week it's been. On Thursday we voted to leave the European Union. On Friday the Prime Minister resigned. On Monday nearly 50 Labour Shadow Ministers resigned. We now need to regroup and move forward.
The referendum turnout was huge. The result was close, but clear. We are leaving the European Union. So I will roll up my sleeves and do my bit to make it work. There are three key priorities for our community: to protect jobs, secure trade and ensure our borders remain safe and secure.
Make no mistake, since 2010 we have come a long way together. Our community is the closest to mainland Europe. Dover is the gateway and the guardian of the Kingdom. We successfully fought to stop our port being sold off to the French or whoever. We have worked hard to secure over £100m of investment to our area. Unemployment has near halved. I will do all I can to see we continue to keep up the momentum.
Our area is currently undergoing great renewal and I am passionate that it should continue. The repair of the railway later this year will give us all a real boost. Especially is if it comes sooner than Christmas. As you can imagine I am doing everything possible to urge the quickening of these works so that Dover & Deal are able to get back on track as fast as possible.
Over £100 Billion of trade rumbles through Dover each year. Trade travelling through the port has been growing in double digit figures every year. This trade is the economic lifeblood of our nation. Dover is the largest passenger ferry port in in the World. This is not going to change. Europe will continue to be our major trading partner. It's important that we continue to have cordial relations with European nations and with France, just across the water. I will work tirelessly to promote trade and investment.
Border security is also important. The Mayor of Calais will continue to make noises, as she always has. Yet we have increased the number of border officers since 2010. We have stepped up our patrols at sea. A crack team of sniffer dogs finds people hiding in lorries. Drones are even now taking to the air to aid the strength of our borders. I will do all I can to ensure that our border remains safe and secure.
So it's been an incredible week. There has been nothing like it for over 70 years. Yet our path is clear. We must stick to our long term economic plan which has delivered jobs and money for our nation. We will continue to trade with Europe yet seek new markets across the rest of the World. We will maintain the protection of our borders. We will not only endure. We will prosper in the years to come.
Charlie Elphicke, MP for Dover and Deal.
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Its good to see Charlie taking an optimistic view although its fair to say not everyone agrees. All appears to be in total turmoil currently.
Below we have the Saga Pearl last evening around 4pm. She was off to Ijmuiden in the Netherlands...and as you can see in the pix below she was doing an admirably skillful 180 degree turnaround in the inner harbour here...without any tug assistance. The Saga Sapphire in the same spot today. PB.
Tuesday, 5 July 2016 - 07:22
Post 3295
Sea News, Dover
The topsy-turvey summer continues apace...while yesterday was a relatively nice day out of the whipping breeze, saturday evening was very rough indeed. Hard to believe it was july as I snapped away at the situation below. One longs for that great weather guru in the sky to grant us a wee bit of a summer. The ship featured is the Calais Seaways. I was on that ship last week and if the conditions had of been like this I would have had to send me fry-up back.
Ship featured is the Calais Seaways, a nice looking ferry from the outside but the internals are possibly in need of a smidgen of refurbishment. We were aiming for one of the Cotes but heightened security knobbled our chances, we got caught in the heavy traffic volumes and missed the ship. Not the first time that's happened lately. Future motto: go earlier.
PS: that's the Pride of Kent approaching from the rear.
Don't miss the pictures below from our roving correspondent..nice ones Sarah H
PaulB.
Monday, 4 July 2016 - 07:04
Post 3294
Sarah, Ramsgate
Sheerness Lifeboats in action on their Lifeboat Day at Queenborough today.
Trent Class Lifeboat "George & Ivy Swanson"
D Class Lifeboat "Eleanor"
Sunday, 3 July 2016 - 22:23
Trent Class Lifeboat "George & Ivy Swanson"
D Class Lifeboat "Eleanor"
Sunday, 3 July 2016 - 22:23
Post 3293
Sea News, Dover
Sunday, 3 July 2016 - 07:32
Post 3292
Sea News, Dover
An Elegant Princess
The Pacific Princess departing for Amsterdam last evening around 5pm...picture shows her moving elegantly across the harbour to the eastern exit. The sea was a kind of muddy green, accentuated though by a camera which always has a tendancy to go a bilious green...I think it gets seasick on rough days. I blame the camera anyway...that's yours trulys story and he is sticking to it.
Earlier in the day yesterday the swim support vessel Suva took a canter around the harbour in the fresh oul conditions...honestly it was like November yesterday here at the edges of Dover Harbour. You will have seen the other swim support vessel West Winds a few days ago...see below page.
Saturday, 2 July 2016 - 06:27
The Pacific Princess departing for Amsterdam last evening around 5pm...picture shows her moving elegantly across the harbour to the eastern exit. The sea was a kind of muddy green, accentuated though by a camera which always has a tendancy to go a bilious green...I think it gets seasick on rough days. I blame the camera anyway...that's yours trulys story and he is sticking to it.
Earlier in the day yesterday the swim support vessel Suva took a canter around the harbour in the fresh oul conditions...honestly it was like November yesterday here at the edges of Dover Harbour. You will have seen the other swim support vessel West Winds a few days ago...see below page.
Saturday, 2 July 2016 - 06:27