Transport for London (TFL) has received proposals from two bidders in its competition to determine the provider of a cross-river ferry service near Hammersmith Bridge for ..
River Thames
New coastal barge service launched on Thames
The Port of Tilbury and grain processing company ADM Erith have successfully launched a twice-daily coastal barge operation to deliver thousands of tonnes of oil seed ..
REMINISCENCES | The trouble with deck cargo
On our long passages back and forth to the antipodes, we never really liked to carry cargo on deck. Outward bound, we would sometimes be landed with hazardous goods ..
https://www.bairdmaritime.com/ship-world/boxship-world/reminiscences-the-trouble-with-deck-cargo/
Wales Contemporary winners make a splash at Milford Haven’s Waterfront Gallery
Alan Salisbury’s show-winning work.
Wales Contemporary winners make a splash at Milford Haven’s Waterfront Gallery
By James Brewer
Winners have been announced in the 2020 edition of Wales Contemporary/Cymru Gyfoes, an international open exhibition “celebrating everything that makes Wales Welsh.”
After being on show at the Waterfront Gallery, Milford Haven, the short-listed entries will be transported for display at the Gallery@OXO, by the Thames in London.
Robyn Neild’s bronze sculpture, Resting...
REMINISCENCES | Swallowing the anchor
It got to us all in the end, when the supposed attractions of shore-side life began to outweigh those we once enjoyed afloat. To a few, seafaring never lost its lure; I ..
https://www.bairdmaritime.com/ship-world/ship-world-features/reminiscences-swallowing-the-anchor/
…and Tsitsipas makes waves on Father Thames
Stefanos Tsitsipas; the excitement at its best!!!
…and Tsitsipas makes waves on Father Thames
At a raucous O2 arena in east London on Father Thames, 21 year old Stefanos Tsitsipas become the youngest ever winner in 18 years to win the ATP finals! Hundreds of Greeks and in particular London Greeks attended the game supporting one of Greece’s new tennis idols!
The young Greek beat Dominic Thiem 26 2-1 [6-7 (6-8) 6-2 7-6 (7-4)] to claim the biggest title of a promising career and have a stellar year...
http://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2019/11/17/and-tsitsipas-makes-waves-on-father-thames/
Ship Strike Kills Humpback Whale Spotted Swimming in Thames
LONDON, Oct 10 (Reuters) – A humpback whale found dead in the River Thames just east of London had likely been struck by a ship, scientists who conducted an autopsy on the animal said on Thursday. The 8-meter long whale, a young female, was sighted swimming in the Thames on Monday, but was found...
Mates in Mind confirmed as headline charity for first ever ‘Regatta London’
Mates in Mind confirmed as headline charity for first ever ‘Regatta London’
Mates in Mind is delighted to be announced as one of the three headline charities for Regatta London, the first ever mass- participation paddle sports event taking place on the iconic River Thames on 29 September 2019.
The event is open to anyone with an interest in rowing, stand up paddle boarding, kayaking or canoeing, and has been created to celebrate the river environment and raise funds for UK charities.
The date for...
An Easter Day and note to remember
Happy Easter
An Easter Day and note to remember
Happy Easter, He Has Risen!
Part of the Christian World Celebrates Easter today – particularly the Western so to speak Christians.
On a unique sunny day with temperatures soaring to 21C, instead of our classic Easter Sunday visit in Hampstead Heath, we set up for East London’s Docklands and then sail back from Canary Wharf to Westminster. Canada Water was our first encounter and we strolled around its great embankment; many people of all ages and...
http://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2019/04/21/an-easter-day-and-note-to-remember/
London International Shipping Week | What’s New
London International Shipping Week | What’s New
The Northern Lighthouse Board’s 84m multi-function Tender PHAROS is set to play a significant role at London International Shipping Week this September. PHAROS will be berthed alongside HMS BELFAST in the Thames to provide a venue for seminars, meetings and receptions, including the hosting of a major careers event for Maritime UK.
PHAROS’ usual home is Oban, Scotland and she works mainly in Scottish and Isle of Man waters. In addition to her...
http://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2019/04/18/london-international-shipping-week-whats-new/