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NEW GREEN TANKER ARRIVES

The new oil tanker THUN RESOLVE, launched earlier this year, made a dramatic entrance into the Cattewater earlier this evening – and was water-sprayed by

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A CLASSIC TALL SHIP LEAVES PLYMOUTH

What a beautiful sight! The Santa Maria Manuela is a stunning classic tall ship, and was spotted outbound in the Sound early this evening –

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FLAGSHIP MS EVRIMA ARRIVES IN PLYMOUTH

Just before 6am this morning, the flagship yacht, the Ritz-Carlton MS Evrima, was escorted inside the Plymouth breakwater by the Plymouth pilot boat. The Maltese

June 27, 2026 No Comments

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Look back gallery dated 29 June 2020, and the Dutch ship HNLMS Rotterdam outbound after a port visit to Devonport. The ship is equipped with a large helicopter deck for helicopter operations and a dock for large landing craft. http://www.westwardshippingnews.com

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Look back gallery dated 29th June 2025 and HMS Astute in the mist at the Plymouth breakwater.
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A CLASSIC TALL SHIP LEAVES PLYMOUTH

What a beautiful sight! The Santa Maria Manuela is a stunning classic tall ship, and was spotted outbound in the Sound early this evening - and was a real treat for our webcam viewers.

The historic 1937 Portuguese four-masted schooner, was

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The German frigate FGS Hessen spotted outbound in the Sound this afternoon. http://www.westwardshippingnews.com
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@HMSMersey outside the Plymouth breakwater this morning. http://www.westwardshippingnews.com
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PLYMOUTH'S WEDDING CAKE NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT

The Belvedere is a national landmark and 556 supporters are now backing the campaign to restore the iconic Belvedere (Wedding Cake) on Plymouth Hoe.

We are now hoping to reach another 444 signatures and a lucky spiritual number for

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One of the busiest Armed Forces Days on Plymouth Hoe in recent years drew thousands of visitors to the marquee villages, stands, and displays, with the children’s gun crew competitions among the top attractions. The showcase of events continues into the evening with musical

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The German replenishment ship FGS Berlin passing the super yacht MS Evrima at anchor near the Plymouth breakwater this morning inbound to @HMNBDevonport
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Plymouth Hoe Park and the Promenade getting ready for the city's Armed Forces Day showcase. We'll be out taking images and meeting some of the exhibitors. @kevinkelway1 is a proud Armed Forces signee and Gold Award business supporting the UK's military, veterans, and families.

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