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Durban Shipwatch: Avalon

Posted on 05/02/2015 by JA

When we arrived in Durban in March 1992, I was very happy to see the Avalon alongside. Recently retired from her St Helena role, she was in Durban under the name Avalon, and theoretically starting a series of voyages carrying … Continue reading →

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A voyage to Tristan Da Cunha

Posted on 16/12/2013 by JA

A Voyage to Tristan Da Cunha. 23-01-93 – 05-02-93. Cape Town to Tristan Da Cunha. **Update 01/03/2019** MNG Maritime sold the St Helena in late 2018 reportedly for conversion into a private yacht. The vessel then returned to the UK … Continue reading →

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