News / In brief – 13 March, 2010
Hascosay sails east
THE 17 strong crew of NorthLink’s former freight and livestock vessel Hascosay are taking a trip to the Middle East in the next few days to hand the ship over to its new owner.
The company reported yesterday (Friday) that it sold Hacosay to a Jordanian buyer who would be using it to ship livestock to Jordan from Brazil, Georgia and Romania.
She will leave her temporary berth at Kirkwall for a 12 day trip to a shipyard in Beirut for modification, with her 17 crew on board. They will fly back to resume duty on board other NorthLink vessels once the journey is over.
NorthLink chief executive Bill Davidson said: “We’re delighted to have secured a buyer for Hascosay. During her eight years with us, many people grew very attached to her and it would have been particularly sad if such a sturdy vessel had gone to scrap.”
Seafood buffet
Preparations are underway for the Fish Fiesta, the annual seafood buffet held to raise money for the Fishermen’s Mission with the help of the NAFC Marine Centre in Scalloway.
The event on Friday 19 March demonstrates the huge variety of seafood caught in Shetland waters and the culinary expertise of Da Haaf catering staff. After the meal guests can enjoy a talk by the centre’s principal, Professor David Gray.
Tickets are disappearing so anyone interested should contact NAFC or the Fishermen’s Mission soon.
Indian dance
Tickets have gone on sale for Dance Iyahami’s performance at Lerwick Town Hall on Saturday 20 March.
Thryaa-Trinity dance company will show the work they have done with local dancers learning classical Indian techniques, combining Bharatanatyam choreography with Shetland traditional music.
The main performance will feature rhythmic footwork and beautiful hand gestures in dances based on the ancient classical South Indian temple dancers dating back over 3000 years.
Ticket prices are £8/£6 (concessions) and can be bought from Shetland box office on 01595 745555.
There are still a few places for anyone aged over 16 who would like to participate in the performance. Experience is not necessary. Further details are available from Emily Sharp at Shetland Arts on 01595 743843.
Fishing News editor retires
THE FISHING industry paid tribute to the editor of Fishing News Tim Oliver yesterday who retired after 23 years at the helm of the paper.
Fisheries secretary Richard Lochhead joined the praise of Mr Oliver, saying he was one of journalism’s “outstanding servants”.
“Tim has given fishermen a voice and a real presence. I wish him well in his retirement and look forward to seeing him at future fishing events in his consulting role,” Mr Lochhead said.
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