Orkney’s ferries are ageing and fuel-prodigal – but what can replace them? Could it be new energy-efficient ships, or bridges or tunnels or causeways – or a mix of all the various options?
A New Day for the Ferryman? #OISF
‘The Voyage’ #MarineWeek
“That sea was greater than we knew”
MAIB Interim Report: Alfred
The Marine Accident Investigation Branch has published its Interim Report on the grounding of the Alfred on 5th July 2022.
Highly Protected Marine Areas Scheme Scrapped
“We welcome that the Scottish Government appears to have listened to businesses and communities and recognised that its policy on Highly Protected Marine Areas (HPMAs) covering at least 10% of our seas is flawed and should be scrapped.” Elspeth Macdonald, chief executive of the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation
Busy Kirkwall Lifeboat Sees 3 Launches in 1 Week
Kirkwall RNLI return back to the harbour to transfer casualty to ambulance. Image Credit: Kirkwall RNLI
Senior Coastal Operations Officer: Kirkwall
HM Coastguard are looking to recruit a Senior Coastal Operations Officer Based in Kirkwall.
Future Ferries: A View From The Islands
Scotland has a complex mixture of ferries and providers – let’s look at Orkney.
Kirkwall RNLI Assist Two Vessels
“It’s reassuring to know that willingness to help others is alive and well in the islands. ” Relief Coxswain Darren Harcus
Seafarers Matter
In 2021, it is estimated that UK nationals accounted for 16% of the 103,590 seafarers active at sea working for companies within the membership of the UK Chamber of Shipping.
Project to Better Locate Offshore Wind Turbines
“As part of this, we are seeking a postdoctoral Research Fellow to join the team and investigate next-generation technologies for hydroacoustic and coordinated measurement. “
