Information

Vessel:
Happy Diamond
Report (sitrep) ID:
20934
Universal time (UTC):
01:00
Australian time (AEST):
12:00
Position:
66° 17′ S, 110° 31′ E
Heading:
256
Speed:
0.0 kn
Distance in last 24 hours:
0 NM
Weather conditions:
Wind SE 12 kts, Overcast
Air temperature:
0.4 °C
Sea conditions:
Swell 0m
Sea temperature:
3 °C

Comments

We finished discharging the cargo in the tween deck and made it to the lower hold. We are setting up for the movement of machinery. To do this four pontoons become one – they are joined together in a T shape and the piece of machinery (a tractor is the first one) sits in the cross of the T so the weight is balanced in the centre. Cameras are out in preparation to get the best happy snap.

We are still on 'ice falling' watch as the large chunk of ice is gradually collapsing and crumbling into the bay. Earlier today a hole appeared and the light shone through with a vivid light blue colour emanating from it. Pretty amazing experience to watch the ever changing landscape.

Cheers
Leanne and Jacob

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