Harwich all-weather lifeboat Albert Brown undergoes an extensive refit
Harwich all-weather lifeboat Albert Brown undergoes an extensive refit
Lifeboats News Release
The iconic Harwich all-weather lifeboat, Albert Brown, has returned rejuvenated and ready for an extended chapter of service following a comprehensive refit at the RNLI All Weather Lifeboat facility in the RNLI headquarters located in Poole.
Initiated several months ago, the refurbishment project saw the venerable lifeboat undergo a meticulous process, underscoring the Royal National Lifeboat Institution's commitment to maintaining the highest standards of maritime safety and rescue capabilities.
The scope of the refurbishment included a thorough stripping down and repainting of the vessel, restoring its exterior to peak condition. New marine windows were skilfully installed, enhancing visibility for the dedicated crew during rescue operations. The lifeboat also received a technological facelift with the incorporation of state-of-the-art electronics and the upgrading of various onboard systems.
Albert Brown a stalwart in the Harwich RNLI fleet, was originally brought into service in 1996, and this recent refurbishment is poised to extend its operational lifespan for a further 10 years. The commitment to modernising and maintaining this Severn Class lifeboat ensures that it remains a reliable and effective asset in the RNLI's ongoing mission to save lives at sea.
Speaking about the successful completion of the re-fit, Graeme Richardson, RNLI Area Lifesaving Manager for Essex , expressed gratitude for the expertise and dedication exhibited during the refurbishment and said: 'The
Albert Brown has a proud history of saving lives, and this refurbishment ensures it continues to be a vital component of our lifesaving efforts. We are immensely proud to have this vessel back in service, primed for years of further service to our maritime community.'
The Harwich RNLI continues to play a pivotal role in maritime safety, and the renewed
Albert Brown exemplifies the charity's ongoing commitment to excellence in lifesaving operations.
Visitors are more than welcome to visit the volunteer station during its opening hours to view both of the lifeboats and pick up those last minute Christmas gifts in the RNLI Shop.
RNLI Media Contacts
For further information, please contact Adam Prescott, volunteer RNLI Lifeboat Press Officer: [email protected] 07946 519314
The RNLI charity saves lives at sea. Its volunteers provide a 24-hour search and rescue service around the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland coasts. The RNLI operates 238 lifeboat stations in the UK and Ireland and more than 240 lifeguard units on beaches around the UK and Channel Islands. The RNLI is independent of Coastguard and government and depends on voluntary donations and legacies to maintain its rescue service. Since the RNLI was founded in 1824, its lifeboat crews and lifeguards have saved over 142,700 lives.
