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Chrisatrdg ref 10.26 I remember when the tender for the maintenance cotract for the Queen Elizabeth Class was going on I pointed out that getting the carriers in and out of Glasgow was problematical because of the issue with the tide. ARL demonstrated that it could safely berth the carriers. If I recall correctly HARL lost out on costs. I think that they did not factor in the additional costs if the carriers could not get in or out of drydock.

I have come across this https://www.crowdjustice.com/case/no-gas-caverns-in-larne-lough/?utm_source=backer_social&utm_campaign=no-gas-caverns-in-larne-lough&utm_reference=0a72d75eafb7944ac9766af8aae2f057&utm_medium=WhatsApp&utm_content=post_pledge_page. I note in the details of the case it states this.

'No Gas Caverns and Friends of the Earth have been forced to take the highly unusual step of making an application to the Court for the disclosure of an unredacted copy of the briefing paper provided to the Minister by civil servants, which includes the reasons why Minister Poots did not refer the application to the Executive.'

I agree it is an unusual application it raises the question of balancing interests. Civil servants need to able to give candid advice to ministers. If they thiught that the advice given would be disclosed in court proceedings there is a risk that they would be less than candid. This has impacts on the interests of justice. So no gas caverns would need in my opinion to be able to show that any gist or summary provided is insufficient before any application will be granted.

LSE03 ref 15.58 post I note that Team Harland and Wolff appears to be the only one of the three teams that contained a shipbuilder amongst the members which is a bit strange to me. I wonder how many enquiries HARL will get from this article for a new yacht.

Just seen this on Belfast Live might suit some on this board https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/business/ni-jobs-available-apply-today-26489281.

Si_Derman ref 13.11 post I see it is a small pre commercial stage project. If HARL can get the fabrication contract for thisstage when they ramp up to the commercial stage HARL would be well positioned to get that contract.

LSE03 ref 11.48 post this is the first project of this kind that I have seen get to this stage. Did JW say something last year about work on some demonstration projects? If that is the case we might hear something new.

Kaeren ref 11.42 post In relation to islandMagee my starting point is that the Marine License is for 25 years and after that is determinable on 25 years notice which cannot be given during the first 25 years. Therefore allowing for the construction of the caverns and the current legal dispute HARL has effectively got a 40 year license. I have seen an RNS which shows that at one stage a figure of £50m a year was being used for the revenue from IM. This would give a lifetime revenue figure of £2bn.

On the gas/hydrogen question the Ballyumford Power to X project is investigating this question that project is next door to IM. If I recall correctly HARL owns the land that the caverns will be built on for that project.

I was reading the comments on one of JW'spost andnoted this one.

Neil Gordon out of network 3rd+ Chief Executive at the Global Underwater Hub
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Time for a catch-up soon John. Currently here in Australia with our long time friend, John ‘O Hare and some great discussions ahead for us all.
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John Wood Author CEO Harland & Wolff Group Holdings Plc
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Sounds great Neil had intended to be their this week but had a conflict in the diary. Let me know when your in London; I’ll let you know when I’m back in ABZ

Looks like some more work might be coming HARL's way.

I do not normally read the Business Statement in Hansard or watch it live. Today was an exception and i read it. This exchange may be of interest.

Selaine Saxby
(North Devon) (Con)

While there has been much good news for business this week, I am gravely concerned about the unavailability in the current leasing round of the proposed strike price for floating offshore wind in the Celtic sea to international developers who have, up to this point, shown serious interest in developing the sector in the UK and bringing green jobs to our coastal communities. Given the importance of renewable energy—as detailed by the Chancellor only yesterday—can my right hon. Friend advise me on the best way to ensure that the leasing round does not fail, and we do not see this international investment literally float off overseas?
Penny Mordaunt

My hon. Friend has done a huge amount to champion the Celtic sea, and, indeed, established the all-party parliamentary group for the Celtic sea. The Government estimate that our ambition of 50 GW of offshore wind, outlined in the British energy security strategy—including 5 GW of innovative floating offshore wind—could support 90,000 direct and indirect jobs by 2030. That is incredibly important. The Crown Estate will launch its 4 GW Celtic sea leasing round later this year, and within that, developers will be expected to outline their approach to supply chains. I will ensure that the Chancellor and the Secretary of State have heard what my hon. Friend has said today, and that the spotlight is kept on the Celtic sea.

What are the indications that the supply is getting short? The volume today was low.

As Xenor says this rate does not apply to FSS I also note that the rate from April 2023 is lower than the current rate.

In view of this story https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-64964881 HARL may and I repeat may have another red day today. It looks like the turmoil in the markets may not be over. If Alamo55 is ight and there is a RNS this morning I am not sure it will be enough for the SP to stay positive.

Si_Derman ref 19.10 post yes I did.

Kaeren ref 19.00 post I have just double checked the Belfast Harbour website and it is still showing as being scheduled to depart on 30 March.

alamo55 ref 17.22 post can I ask what your source is?

MaryBr190 ref 15.51 see you in September.

Chitta123 ref 15.19 post I would observe that the JR is set for a four day hearing in May so it is entirely possible that we will not have a judgement until mid June or later.

LSE03 ref 11.38 post No need to apologise. Did you get to go to the event to hear what was said.

Just seen this on the Navy Lookout twitter feed https://twitter.com/NavyLookout/status/1635961907013206017. I wonder what is meant by 'AUS will make a proportionate investment in UK infrastructure' and will HARL see any of it.

Just seen this on the H&W Twitter feed https://twitter.com/HarlandWolffplc/status/1635962549261705220. It might prop up the share price or at least stop it dropping. Was anybody at the event?