Category: Marine
![Photos: Pilot Boat ‘St. David’ Returns To Island Photos: Pilot Boat ‘St. David’ Returns To Island](https://cloudfront.bernews.com/wp-content/themes/wp-clear/scripts/timthumb.php?src=uploads/2022/03/Boat-on-dock-Bermuda-March-2022-7.jpg&w=120&h=120&zc=1)
Photos: Pilot Boat ‘St. David’ Returns To Island
After sustaining damage following “contact with a reef” last year, the pilot boat St. David has returned to Bermuda after undergoing repairs in the United States, with the vessel being brought home by the Oleander. A Government spokesperson previously said, “The Ministry of Transport can confirm that the pilot boat, St. David, was involved... Read more of this article
![Photos & Video: Norwegian Breakaway Arrives Photos & Video: Norwegian Breakaway Arrives](https://cloudfront.bernews.com/wp-content/themes/wp-clear/scripts/timthumb.php?src=uploads/2021/09/874A0543-Edit.jpg&w=120&h=120&zc=1)
Photos & Video: Norwegian Breakaway Arrives
The cruise ship Norwegian Breakaway arrived in Bermuda yesterday [Sept 29], sailing into the west end. The Ministry of Transport previously said, “The Norwegian Breakaway will make six calls commencing September 29 [arriving Bermuda] from New York with an estimated 3,200 passengers per call.” Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott previously... Read more of this article
![Photos: ‘Pelican Of London’ Ship Visits Bermuda Photos: ‘Pelican Of London’ Ship Visits Bermuda](https://cloudfront.bernews.com/wp-content/themes/wp-clear/scripts/timthumb.php?src=uploads/2021/02/Screenshotfgsdfgsfd.png&w=120&h=120&zc=1)
Photos: ‘Pelican Of London’ Ship Visits Bermuda
The Pelican of London tall ship is visiting the island, with the sail training trip having an aim to provide young people with “vital skills such as communication, team work, lateral thinking and building self-confidence.” According to their website, “Originally named ‘le Pelican’ the ship was built in France in 1948 to work as a fishing trawler... Read more of this article
![Photos & Video: Two New Tug Boats Arrive Photos & Video: Two New Tug Boats Arrive](https://cloudfront.bernews.com/wp-content/themes/wp-clear/scripts/timthumb.php?src=uploads/2020/09/Tug-Boats-Bermuda-Sept-27-2020-3.jpg&w=120&h=120&zc=1)
Photos & Video: Two New Tug Boats Arrive
Two new tug boats arrived on this island this weekend, with the new boats replacing the Department of Marine & Ports Powerful and Faithful boats. A Government spokesperson previously said, “The public is advised that arriving in Bermuda in mid-September, weather permitting, are two new fuel-efficient ‘Damen ASD 2811 Azimuth Stern Drive’ tugs... Read more of this article
![Photos & Video: Dennis Joaquin’s Sea Life Mural Photos & Video: Dennis Joaquin’s Sea Life Mural](https://cloudfront.bernews.com/wp-content/themes/wp-clear/scripts/timthumb.php?src=uploads/2020/05/1E8A0677.jpg&w=120&h=120&zc=1)
Photos & Video: Dennis Joaquin’s Sea Life Mural
[Written by Don Burgess] An artist painted a sea life mural says he did so to help inspire others to explore their gifts during this pandemic. Dennis Joaquin transformed the wall surrounding his Keith Hall Road home into a 70-foot mural full of dolphins, turtles, and whales among other aquatic creatures. He told Bernews, “I’ve been wanting... Read more of this article
![Photos: New Boat Slip Service Launching Soon Photos: New Boat Slip Service Launching Soon](https://cloudfront.bernews.com/wp-content/themes/wp-clear/scripts/timthumb.php?src=uploads/2019/12/Shakedown-Bottoms-Up-Boat-Works-Bermuda-December-14-2019-3869.jpg&w=120&h=120&zc=1)
Photos: New Boat Slip Service Launching Soon
Shakedown Bottoms Up Boat Works is the new revived traditional boat slip operation that is opening at Great Bay in St. David’s and is being run by well known charter fisherman David Barnes. Mr. Barnes explains the Barnes family has been working towards completion over the last two years, working on the project while operating their charter fishing... Read more of this article
![Photos: 300-Foot Barge Docks In St. George’s Photos: 300-Foot Barge Docks In St. George’s](https://cloudfront.bernews.com/wp-content/themes/wp-clear/scripts/timthumb.php?src=uploads/2019/12/En-Avant-10-Tug-Resolve-Marine-Barge-Bermuda-December-14-2019-3763.jpg&w=120&h=120&zc=1)
Photos: 300-Foot Barge Docks In St. George’s
The tug En Avant 10 and Resolve Marine’s RMG-1000 barge were docked at Penno’s Wharf in St. George’s today [Dec 14], with the marine vessels understood to have stopped by the island to top up on provisions. Muller Dordrecht’s 31 metre tug is fully equipped for offshore rig-moves, seagoing towage, harbour assistance, salvage operations,... Read more of this article
![Photos & Video: Boat Parade In St George’s Photos & Video: Boat Parade In St George’s](https://cloudfront.bernews.com/wp-content/themes/wp-clear/scripts/timthumb.php?src=uploads/2019/11/St.-George’s-Boat-Parade-Bermuda-November-30-2019-4493.jpg&w=120&h=120&zc=1)
Photos & Video: Boat Parade In St George’s
[Updated with photos] St. George’s is holding their Christmas Boat Parade this evening [Nov 30] in the St. George’s Harbour with fifteen entries scheduled to take part. Commentators for the event include Bruce Barritt and Jugglin Jason. We will have a photo gallery later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. Update | The one hour live... Read more of this article
![Photos & Video: Non Non-Mariners Raft Up Photos & Video: Non Non-Mariners Raft Up](https://cloudfront.bernews.com/wp-content/themes/wp-clear/scripts/timthumb.php?src=uploads/2019/08/Non-Non-Mariners-Raft-Up-Bermuda-August-4-2019-2470.jpg&w=120&h=120&zc=1)
Photos & Video: Non Non-Mariners Raft Up
[Updated with more photos] The Cup Match holiday weekend wrapped up with a raft up event at Mangrove Bay, with revelers taking to the water on boats, inflatables and more. Despite the cancellation of the Non-Mariners’ Race, hundreds of people showed up in order to enjoy the event, which included DJs aboard boats, making for a festive atmosphere... Read more of this article
![US Coast Guard Tall Ship ‘Eagle’ Visits Hamilton US Coast Guard Tall Ship ‘Eagle’ Visits Hamilton](https://cloudfront.bernews.com/wp-content/themes/wp-clear/scripts/timthumb.php?src=uploads/2019/07/US-Coast-Guard-Eagle-Bermuda-July-2019-5.jpg&w=120&h=120&zc=1)
US Coast Guard Tall Ship ‘Eagle’ Visits Hamilton
The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Barque Eagle arrived in Hamilton on Friday [July 20] as part of its 2019 cadet summer training deployment. A spokesperson previously said, “While in port, cadets from the ‘Eagle’ will participate in community outreach activities with WindReach and the Sandy’s Boat Club Youth Sailing Program. “As the only... Read more of this article
![Photos: Robinson’s Fishing Tournament Photos: Robinson’s Fishing Tournament](https://cloudfront.bernews.com/wp-content/themes/wp-clear/scripts/timthumb.php?src=uploads/2019/07/Robinson’s-Fishing-Tournament-Bermuda-July-2019-TWFB.jpg&w=120&h=120&zc=1)
Photos: Robinson’s Fishing Tournament
After a four year absence, the Robinson’s Marina Fishing Tournament was held on Sunday [June 30] with the tournament being deemed a success. A spokesperson said, “This community-based fishing tournament had previously run for 10 consecutive years. The weather on Sunday was very complimentary and ensured a high participation level with the ability... Read more of this article
![Photos & Video: Spittal Pond Turns Pink Photos & Video: Spittal Pond Turns Pink](https://cloudfront.bernews.com/wp-content/themes/wp-clear/scripts/timthumb.php?src=uploads/2019/06/Algae-Blooming-Bermuda-June-2019-3.jpg&w=120&h=120&zc=1)
Photos & Video: Spittal Pond Turns Pink
In addition to our pink sand and pink sports uniforms, we also currently have a pink pond, with the Spittal Pond Nature Reserve in Smiths having turned pink due to a “seasonal plankton bloom.” The Department of Environment and Natural Resources explained that the “intense pink colour of the water in Spittal Pond is due to a seasonal... Read more of this article
![Photos: Two Super-Yachts Visit St. George’s Photos: Two Super-Yachts Visit St. George’s](https://cloudfront.bernews.com/wp-content/themes/wp-clear/scripts/timthumb.php?src=uploads/2019/06/Next-Chapter-Super-Yacht-Bermuda-June-25-2019-4622.jpg&w=120&h=120&zc=1)
Photos: Two Super-Yachts Visit St. George’s
Two super-yachts were seen in St. George’s this afternoon [June 25], including the 55-metre ‘Vida’ and the 40-metre ‘Next Chapter.’ According to yachtcharterfleet.com, “The 180.45ft steel motor yacht ‘Vida’ was built by Heesen in Netherlands, she was delivered to her owner in 2019. The yacht’s interior has been designed... Read more of this article
![Photos: Superyacht ‘Elysian’ Visits Bermuda Photos: Superyacht ‘Elysian’ Visits Bermuda](https://cloudfront.bernews.com/wp-content/themes/wp-clear/scripts/timthumb.php?src=uploads/2019/05/Elysian-Superyacht-Bermuda-May-29-2019-1682.jpg&w=120&h=120&zc=1)
Photos: Superyacht ‘Elysian’ Visits Bermuda
The superyacht Elysian recently visited the island, with the 253-foot long luxury vessel seen berthed in St George’s yesterday. According to Yachtcharterfleet.com, the Elysian has charter rates from $392,000 -$448,000 per week, and sleeps up to 12 guests in 6 rooms, including a master suite, 1 VIP stateroom and 2 twin cabins, and is capable of carrying... Read more of this article
![Photos/Videos: Annual St. George’s Marine Expo Photos/Videos: Annual St. George’s Marine Expo](https://cloudfront.bernews.com/wp-content/themes/wp-clear/scripts/timthumb.php?src=uploads/2019/05/BEDC-4th-Annual-St.-George’s-Marine-Expo-Bermuda-May-19-2019-7321.jpg&w=120&h=120&zc=1)
Photos/Videos: Annual St. George’s Marine Expo
[Updated with photos] The fourth annual St. George’s Marine Expo hosted by Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] along with title sponsor RUBiS Energy Bermuda, is being held today [May 19] at Ordnance Island in St George’s from 11.00am – 6.00pm. One of the highlights this year is the partnership with the Bermuda Powerboat Association... Read more of this article
![Photos: Military Ship ‘Mounts Bay’ Visits Hamilton Photos: Military Ship ‘Mounts Bay’ Visits Hamilton](https://cloudfront.bernews.com/wp-content/themes/wp-clear/scripts/timthumb.php?src=uploads/2019/05/RFA-Mounts-Bay-Bermuda-May-18-2019-6742.jpg&w=120&h=120&zc=1)
Photos: Military Ship ‘Mounts Bay’ Visits Hamilton
[Updated] The Royal Naval ship RFA Mounts Bay has arrived in Bermuda and can be seen docked in Hamilton Harbour. Last week the Royal Bermuda Regiment said, “The UK soldiers will work with the RBR to share expertise and experience in humanitarian and disaster relief [HADR] before they join the Royal Fleet Auxiliary ship Mounts Bay when it docks... Read more of this article