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Scotsman
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
The best pictures so far as spectacular tall ships arrive in Scottish harbour
Spectacular tall ships from all over the world are arriving in Aberdeen on Friday as thousands gather to watch the Tall Ships Races this weekend. Around fifty vessels and 2,000 sailing crew members are sailing into Aberdeen, after racing from Dunkirk to the Scottish city. Ships from South America, the Middle East and Europe are set to compete in the four-day extravaganza, which is running from Saturday July 19 until Tuesday July 22. The tallest ship taking part is Dar Mlodziezy, from Poland, which is 62.5 metres (205ft) high. The BAP Union, which has already arrived in Aberdeen, has travelled all the way from Peru - the furthest afield of all the ships. Here's the best pictures of the arrivals so far. 1 . Bap Union, Peru The tall ship Bap Union is surrounded by sea mist at it waits to enter the harbour on Thursday. The ship was the first sail training ship of the Peruvian Navy, launched in 2015 after a three year building project that took place in Spain | Jane Barlow/PA Wire Photo Sales 2 . Golden Leeluw, Netherlands The Gulden Leeluw is a majestic three-masted topsail schooner, built in 1937 on behalf of the Danish Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries. Before being converted, she was used by the Danish Government for marine biological research | Jane Barlow/PA Wire Photo Sales 3 . Fryderyk Chopin, Poland Crews attend to the sails and rigging onboard the Fryderyk Chopin. Built between 1990-92, the ship was named after the polish nineteenth century musical composer | Jane Barlow/PA Wire Photo Sales 4 . Gulden Leeluw Another image of the Gulden Leeluw entering the harbour, as a dolphin swims nearby. The classic, sturdy ship offers space for up to 200 passengers | Jane Barlow/PA Wire Photo Sales
Yahoo
13-07-2025
- Yahoo
Exploring the Peruvian tall ship on the Thames
It seems every time an interesting ship or boat arrives in the capital, I am dispatched to investigate. In recent months, I have boarded the Nao Santa Maria - a faithful replica of the vessel Christopher Columbus sailed upon when he first explored the Americas. I filmed the Royal Navy warship, HMS Sutherland as it powered under Tower Bridge. Around the 80th anniversary of VE Day, I got to know HMS Belfast very well. And at the more modest end of the scale, there was a very wet paddle along the Limehouse Cut Canal with the jovial attendees of an all-women boat club. This time, I explored the BAP Unión from Perú, moored for a week at West India Dock on the Isle of Dogs. The charismatic captain, Juan Jose Roncagliolo Gomez suggests a pidgin language for us to communicate in: "Spanglish?" I agree. Time to see if my 600-day streak on a popular language-learning app translates to the real world. Capt Gomez explained the BAP Unión, built in a Peruvian shipyard between 2012 and 2015, is the largest of its kind in Latin America. This, however, does not give the ship enough respect, he feels. "It is the biggest, the prettiest and the most modern." The BAP Unión has two roles. It is a training ship for the Peruvian Navy, 227 of whom are on board when I visit. Many are high in the rigging, folding away the sails. The other purpose of this vessel, is to act as an ambassador for its home country. Capt Gomez said he wanted to know about our culture and our "impressive history". He said he is especially pleased his midshipmen, who are also his friends have the opportunity to "increase their cultural diversity in this beautiful city". Cadets spend six months working on board. Midshipman Juan Baca, 21, said crossing the Atlantic had been "challenging", but after three days, he was used to the motion. "It is very fun - you get to see a lot of sea animals - got a chance to see whales, dolphins. "And I mean, so far so good - I'm having the time of my life here." He hopes to visit, the Tower of London and Houses of Parliament. His crewmate, Matías Reyes, also 21, adds Big Ben and Buckingham Palace to their tourist wish list - and some football stadiums. He said he missed his mother and brothers but his colleagues have become "like family". "I see them all day - for the breakfast, for the lunch, for the dinner. "We make exercise together. We do everything together. I feel them like my brothers." A tour of the ship revealed corridor walls covered with plaques received as gifts, framed maps of round-the-world navigations and the many global ports the BAP Unión has visited since first setting sail in 2016. The midshipman mess room doubles as a classroom during the day and there are VIP state rooms for special guests - including an elegant salon to host diplomatic bigwigs. I am less keen on the dentist's cabin, imagining tooth-pulling on a choppy sea. And the doctor's cabin can be adapted into an operating theatre. The Peruvian coat of arms glows in a stained glass window, other circular panels covering portholes trace the naval history of the country. Central in the room, is a bust of Miguel Grau, the Peruvian naval hero, known as the Gentleman of the Sea. Capt Gomez said that he flauts one of the oldest traditions - that a commander should eat alone as they make better decisions in combat. He quipped: "Nowadays I die if I'm alone here". By now, the BBC London camera operator, Cristian, is buckling after the continuous 27-minute shot filmed on a gimbal, so I suggest we call it a wrap. We were brought dainty glasses of Pisco. The third sip of the strong grape brandy made me cough, which the naval officers found hilarious. We were then accompanied, as if old friends, back to dry land. Here in the capital, she's drawn crowds, which helps the tourist industry - according to a Port of London report, the River Thames generates more than £2bn for the economy in tourism and leisure activities. Has this latest embarkment improved my nautical knowledge or raised my comfort levels? Well, not really. I am perpetually confused as to whether the stern is the back or the front. And frankly, should my editor suggest a report from a moving ship, there would be mutiny. But with so many visiting vessels on the River Thames, perhaps one day I will overcome my wobbly sea legs to earn my stripes. The BAP Unión continues her tour of the UK, next berthing in Aberdeen.
BBC News
13-07-2025
- BBC News
Tall ship on the Thames: Aboard the Peruvian navy's pride and joy
It seems every time an interesting ship or boat arrives in the capital, I am dispatched to recent months, I have boarded the Nao Santa Maria - a faithful replica of the vessel Christopher Columbus sailed upon when he first explored the Americas. I filmed the Royal Navy warship, HMS Sutherland as it powered under Tower Bridge. Around the 80th anniversary of VE Day, I got to know HMS Belfast very well. And at the more modest end of the scale, there was a very wet paddle along the Limehouse Cut Canal with the jovial attendees of an all-women boat club. This time, I explored the BAP Unión from Perú, moored for a week at West India Dock on the Isle of charismatic captain, Juan Jose Roncagliolo Gomez suggests a pidgin language for us to communicate in: "Spanglish?"I agree. Time to see if my 600-day streak on a popular language-learning app translates to the real world. Capt Gomez explained the BAP Unión, built in a Peruvian shipyard between 2012 and 2015, is the largest of its kind in Latin however, does not give the ship enough respect, he feels."It is the biggest, the prettiest and the most modern." The BAP Unión has two is a training ship for the Peruvian Navy, 227 of whom are on board when I are high in the rigging, folding away the other purpose of this vessel, is to act as an ambassador for its home Gomez said he wanted to know about our culture and our "impressive history".He said he is especially pleased his midshipmen, who are also his friends have the opportunity to "increase their cultural diversity in this beautiful city". Cadets spend six months working on board. Midshipman Juan Baca, 21, said crossing the Atlantic had been "challenging", but after three days, he was used to the motion."It is very fun - you get to see a lot of sea animals - got a chance to see whales, dolphins. "And I mean, so far so good - I'm having the time of my life here."He hopes to visit, the Tower of London and Houses of Parliament. His crewmate, Matías Reyes, also 21, adds Big Ben and Buckingham Palace to their tourist wish list - and some football said he missed his mother and brothers but his colleagues have become "like family"."I see them all day - for the breakfast, for the lunch, for the dinner. "We make exercise together. We do everything together. I feel them like my brothers." Salons and stained glass A tour of the ship revealed corridor walls covered with plaques received as gifts, framed maps of round-the-world navigations and the many global ports the BAP Unión has visited since first setting sail in midshipman mess room doubles as a classroom during the day and there are VIP state rooms for special guests - including an elegant salon to host diplomatic bigwigs.I am less keen on the dentist's cabin, imagining tooth-pulling on a choppy sea. And the doctor's cabin can be adapted into an operating Peruvian coat of arms glows in a stained glass window, other circular panels covering portholes trace the naval history of the country. Central in the room, is a bust of Miguel Grau, the Peruvian naval hero, known as the Gentleman of the Sea. Capt Gomez said that he flauts one of the oldest traditions - that a commander should eat alone as they make better decisions in quipped: "Nowadays I die if I'm alone here".By now, the BBC London camera operator, Cristian, is buckling after the continuous 27-minute shot filmed on a gimbal, so I suggest we call it a wrap. We were brought dainty glasses of Pisco. The third sip of the strong grape brandy made me cough, which the naval officers found were then accompanied, as if old friends, back to dry land. Here in the capital, she's drawn crowds, which helps the tourist industry - according to a Port of London report, the River Thames generates more than £2bn for the economy in tourism and leisure this latest embarkment improved my nautical knowledge or raised my comfort levels? Well, not really. I am perpetually confused as to whether the stern is the back or the front. And frankly, should my editor suggest a report from a moving ship, there would be mutiny. But with so many visiting vessels on the River Thames, perhaps one day I will overcome my wobbly sea legs to earn my stripes. The BAP Unión continues her tour of the UK, next berthing in Aberdeen.
Yahoo
07-07-2025
- Yahoo
Peruvian Navy tall ship spotted on Thames near Southend for first time
THE largest sail training ship in Latin America was spotted sailing near Southend at the weekend. Peruvian Navy tall ship Bap Union has been visiting ports around the UK for the first time this summer, and was seen moored on the Thames Estuary near Mulberry Harbour on Saturday. The vessel is primarily used for training naval cadets, but also plays the role of ambassador, promoting Peru during voyages around the world. Camera club member Simon Murdoch hailed it a "rare sight" on the Thames near Southend. Bap Union is the first sail training ship of the Peruvian Navy and was launched in 2015 after a three year building project that took place in Spain. Its visit came as Nao Santa Maria, an authentic replica of Christopher Columbus' famous flagship from his 1492 voyage, was docked at Southend Pier last week welcoming visitors aboard for a tour of the iconic vessel. Sadly, the decision was taken for the ship to leave Southend ahead of schedule on Saturday, prioritising the safety of both crew and visitors due to challenging weather conditions at the end of the pier. The early departure disappointed many ticket holders who had planned to visit the historic ship during its stay in the city, however a spokesman insisted safety must always come first when dealing with maritime conditions.
Yahoo
13-04-2025
- Yahoo
Brothers embark on 14,000km Pacific rowing record attempt
Three Scottish brothers have set off across the Pacific Ocean on a 14,000km rowing record attempt. The Maclean brothers - Ewan, Jamie and Lachlan - are aiming to complete the fastest ever non-stop and unsupported row from Peru to Sydney in Australia. They were cheered by supporters, a flotilla of boats and the Peruvian Navy brass band when they departed from Lima in their custom boat on Saturday. The Edinburgh brothers expect to spend more than 120 days at sea, rowing in two-hour shifts around the clock with no resupplies or safety boat. The Macleans previously broke three world records rowing across the Atlantic in 2020. Their latest attempt aims to raise £1m for clean water projects in Madagascar. Lachlan Maclean, 26, said: "It's definitely daunting, but we've prepared so long that we're desperate to get going. "In many ways we're a bit weird – I'm probably happier on the water. I've never been good at replying to emails, and now I have the best excuse in the world." The evening before departure Lachlan was vacuum-packing loo roll to save cabin space while eldest brother Ewan was fixing a broken watermaker. Ewan, 33, a former Dyson engineer, said: "We usually forget things when we're going away for the weekend, so preparing for 120 plus days at sea has not been without its challenges. "When the watermaker broke I thought the game was up – we couldn't find another part, but thankfully I managed to fix it. "All those years working as an engineer have come in handy." The brothers' 280kg vessel was built to be one of the lightest and strongest ocean rowing boats ever made. It is named Rose Emily in memory of their unborn sister, with her name hand-painted on the hull by their mother. On board are 500kg of freeze-dried food, including 75kg of oats and a menu of high-calorie comfort meals prepared by Jamie. Meals include beef chilli, Thai red curry, and haggis, neeps and tatties - with the hope of adding fresh fish caught at sea. Jamie Maclean, 31, added: "We know this will be hard for Mum and Dad, having all three of us isolated at sea. "But they've been incredibly supportive. They've worked just as hard as we have to prepare and we can't wait to see them when we row into Sydney Harbour." The route spans about 14,000km (8,700 miles) depending on conditions. The Macleans aim to arrive in Australia by 2 August. We want to smash the Pacific rowing record - using F1 technology Brothers become fastest trio to row the Atlantic Brothers take on 3,000-mile rowing test
