14-267 Pipe layer 'Seven Pacific' in Leith Harbour
Taken 18/10/14: Leith lies to the north east of Edinburgh and is the City's port and is the largest enclosed deepwater port in Scotland. Cribbing from the port's web-site, Leith provides full stevedoring and cargo handling services for a range of vessels and cargoes, including dry bulk, grain and animal feeds. The port is well equipped with a number of cranes and equipment, along with secure storage facilities. In addition Leith is an important marquee destination for the northern European cruise industry, handling 40 vessels and 20,000 passengers per annum. The Cruise Terminal offers facilities for transit and turnaround calls. Its central location is ideal for shore excursions to historic Edinburgh and the surrounding areas.
The vessel seen here is 'Seven pacific', a UK registered pipelayer built in 2010 that arrived in the port on 19 October from Tynemouth.
14-267 Pipe layer 'Seven Pacific' in Leith Harbour
Taken 18/10/14: Leith lies to the north east of Edinburgh and is the City's port and is the largest enclosed deepwater port in Scotland. Cribbing from the port's web-site, Leith provides full stevedoring and cargo handling services for a range of vessels and cargoes, including dry bulk, grain and animal feeds. The port is well equipped with a number of cranes and equipment, along with secure storage facilities. In addition Leith is an important marquee destination for the northern European cruise industry, handling 40 vessels and 20,000 passengers per annum. The Cruise Terminal offers facilities for transit and turnaround calls. Its central location is ideal for shore excursions to historic Edinburgh and the surrounding areas.
The vessel seen here is 'Seven pacific', a UK registered pipelayer built in 2010 that arrived in the port on 19 October from Tynemouth.