Shipping by...
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It is inevitable, given the presence of the Faslane Naval Base, that there are a lot of these types of craft floating by. This one is flying the white ensign and on searching the number** I discovered this is the HMS Chiddingford, Hunt Class Mine Counter-measures Vessel (mine-sweeper to you 'n' me); launched 1983, commissioned 1984, underwent "mid-life upgrading" (!) in 2012. Well she is looking spruce here.
Taken with the 'Nik' on all the usual.
**I had this post scheduled and had thought to do the search before Bill dropped by last week with more info on a Dutch boat. It had not occurred to me at that stage. Next week's is even more interesting, 'cos I simply didn't recognise the flag at all!!! Being able to look these up certainly adds to the interest...
Views from here.
It is inevitable, given the presence of the Faslane Naval Base, that there are a lot of these types of craft floating by. This one is flying the white ensign and on searching the number** I discovered this is the HMS Chiddingford, Hunt Class Mine Counter-measures Vessel (mine-sweeper to you 'n' me); launched 1983, commissioned 1984, underwent "mid-life upgrading" (!) in 2012. Well she is looking spruce here.
Taken with the 'Nik' on all the usual.
**I had this post scheduled and had thought to do the search before Bill dropped by last week with more info on a Dutch boat. It had not occurred to me at that stage. Next week's is even more interesting, 'cos I simply didn't recognise the flag at all!!! Being able to look these up certainly adds to the interest...
Looking spruce indeed! Another great capture of the ships, Yam, and I do love them all!!
ReplyDeleteGlad to be of help
ReplyDeleteIt would make my heart lift with pride, watching one of these go by.
ReplyDeleteGreat post, Yam.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great capture ;-)
ReplyDeleteQuite ship and great shot! ~ Happy week to you !
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Beautiful ship....and scenery in the hills beyond!
ReplyDeleteWow! Quite a ship...impressive!
ReplyDeleteIt's so true. Bloggers provide much to buddies in the way of moral, emotional and technical support!
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