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Buoys, Boat Beacons, Light Floats, Dredgers
and Aestus
Photographs © John H. Luxton 2006 |
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Here is a look at some of the essential work vessels
employed on the Mersey and its approaches - plus a close look at
some of the buoys, lightfloats and boat beacons awaiting
refurbishment or a return to position along the Mersey channels.
These items are probably just taken for granted by the many
passengers that sail into and out of the Mersey - but they are
essential for the running of the port and are maintained at MDHC
Brocklebank Dock maintenance base. |
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Grab Dredger MERSEY MARINER |
A group of light floats and boat beacons at the MDHC
Maintenance Base. The "Crosby" light float looks ready to return to
service. |
MDHC
survey vessel and work boat AESTUS |
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Cardinal Buoy Q5 and Red Can buoy C4 freshly painted. |
Suction dredger MERSEY VENTURE |
Some
boat beacons in need of attention! |
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