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ty in operating the geotechnical systems and the performance of the team overall: ‘There was a great deal of preparation in anticipation for this campaign as we knew we would be working within a demand- ing environment. The waters in which the team were deployed experiences a tidal height of up to 12m, and this meant that our HPC corer had to operate in 3m to compensate for the strength of the tide.

As well as this, we experienced unsea- sonably inclement weather throughout our time on the island which meant the team had to work within tight windows of opportunity, adding even more to the complexity of the project.

We worked to ensure that our systems were tested, checked and serviced prior to commencing the project, and everyone onboard carried out their duties safely and effectively. The extensive planning from all involved meant that the con- tract was completed without any system breakdowns, and the team operated the equipment well, without incident, despite the many dif? culties they faced.’ www.marinetechnologynews.com 21

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