| Buoys, Boat Beacons, Light Floats, Dredgers and Aestus Photographs © John H. Luxton 2006 |
| 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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| North 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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