
Seahouses RNLI begin training for new lifeboat
Monday 2 March 2020 saw Seahouses Lifeboat Station begin final training for the arrival of their new Shannon class lifeboat in May this year.
Lifeboat Operations Manager Ian Clayton said: 'This will be a busy time for both shore and boat crews, with RNLI trainers on station. It is essential that the crew are trained to a high level, to ensure safe operation of this complex equipment. These are exciting times, as we look forward to the arrival of our new lifeboat and the start of a new chapter of lifesaving at Seahouses.'
The photographs show the new lifeboat being launched at Poole, and undergoing sea trials which were a complete success, as well as the new SLARS (Shannon Launch and Recovery System) at Seahouses lifeboat station.
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