Balloch steam slipway - fully restored to original 1902 condition in 2006. Last of its kind in the UK.
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It is very unlikely that, when he set up his own horse-cab and transport business in 1883, Arnold Birch had any idea he was founding a dynasty that has provided an ongoing service to Liverpool’s industries, tradesmen and residents right up to the present day. But that is exactly what has happened. The business has expanded and diversified to become a thriving Company, which, with the fourth generation of the Birch Family in control, is well positioned to progress further for another century to come.
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Some understanding of traditional wooden vessel maintenance, sailing, building and surveying. We will be building traditional clinker sailing boats in Milne Bay Province in association with our Christian Mission on Normanby Island.
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Liverpool John Moores University offers a great range of courses developed with business and industry, including undergraduate degrees, taught and research postgraduate, professional courses and HND.
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Littlehampton Marina has been owned and run by the Finnamore family for the last 20 years. Since purchasing the Marina, the family, with David initially at the helm (and now his eldest daughter Emma) have worked tirelessly to create a Marina that runs efficiently whilst at the same time is friendly, full of character and personality.
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LIROS is recognized as a world leader in the manufacture of Hi-Tec yachting ropes, kitesurf cords, paragliding lines and a wide range of industrial cordage.With the new factory LIROS continue to manufacture in Germany in order that we can control every part of the production from start to finish. This factory is 10.000 square meters and has been layed out using the most modern flow systems which ensure maximum efficiency allowing LIROS to maintain its competitive position in the world of rope manufacturing.
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We are a family business, trading for over 30 years in the Marine industry. We have in excess of 100 years experience across our small number of employees and always strive to provide you with a quality service at a competitive price.
We have a fully equipped workshop with trained engineers and boat builders who are able to undertake most any job on your boat, either afloat or on our hardstanding, be this engineering, painting or refitting.
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