Have you ever wondered how telecommunication cables that connect continents get laid on the sea bed? The CS Chamarel, and other cable ships like her, are built for purpose with large cable sheaves (which guide the cable into the ocean) extending over the ship's bow. Cool heh?
You may find it interesting to read a little more about the history of cables ships and the laying of the first transatlantic cable here.
Steve Crane
Not sure how much work that ship does; it always seems to be in port whenever I’m there, though admittedly that isn’t very often.
Here’s a pic I took of her a while back.
Paul
Post authorTrue Steve, she’s there very often. I wonder if she’s been on any missions this past year.
Dude, that’s an awesome photo. The wide-angle works beautifully, and the pastel colours are just superb!
Steve Crane
Thanks Paul, I was pretty happy with that one. Love my wide angle lens.