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26 March 2007

Port of Dover Police are taking to the water to boost security and safety in and around the harbour.

`Delta 99' demonstrates her abilities in Dover Harbour © Port of Dover Police

For the first time in its history members of the 60-strong force will be patrolling at sea in a 6.5m RIB (rigid inflatable boat).

The police crew, who have all volunteered for the duty, have spent the winter training and qualifying in numerous marine related disciplines including navigation, boat handling and sea survival to name but a few.

“We have taken this step as a result of an extensive security review within the port and it is primarily intended to increase the security afforded to our high profile cruise customers,” said Superintendent Steve Masters, chief officer of Port of Dover Police.

© Ray Goodfellow (left and middle) and John Mavin (right)

“However we expect the leisure users of the harbour to benefit just as much from the increased presence of our officers. We hope that the presence of highly visible officers in and around the harbour will provide reassurance to the public and will enable officers to respond to all levels of crime and disorder both afloat and ashore.

“The vessel itself will undertake a number of roles, from intelligence gathering and positive identification of small vessels as part of the security strategy, to the more community-focused elements of policing.”

The police RIB will work alongside the port’s harbour patrol vessels which provide 24/7 pilotage and escort services in the harbour as well as a safety and security remit.



		Port of Dover Police - `Delta 99'

	`Delta 99'

	© Port of Dover Police 6.8 meter Rigid Inflatable Boat(RIB) produced by Delta Power Services, Stockport, United Kingdom. T e c h n i c a l D a t a / E q u i p m e n t Honda four stroke 150hp V-TEC outboard engine 2300cc Honda auxiliary engine 3 x VHF radios which include SAR private channel 0 Ix Airwaves radio (police) GPS combined chart-plotter Twin fuel tanks holding a combined total of 480 litres petrol Body recovery system First aid kit SART Life buoys and throw bags 4 man liferaft All officers on boat carry plasti cuffs and batons Boat has 1x Senior Coxswain 7 trained coxswains' and 5 trained crew All coxswains' are Advanced powerboat qualified and RYA day skipper qualified plus all crew have sea survival, swimming tests, first aid tickets and ENG medicals. H i s t o r y / R e m a r k s 26 March 2007 Port of Dover Police are taking to the water to boost security and safety in and around the harbour. `Delta 99' demonstrates her abilities in Dover Harbour © Port of Dover Police For the first time in its history members of the 60-strong force will be patrolling at sea in a 6.5m RIB (rigid inflatable boat). The police crew, who have all volunteered for the duty, have spent the winter training and qualifying in numerous marine related disciplines including navigation, boat handling and sea survival to name but a few. “We have taken this step as a result of an extensive security review within the port and it is primarily intended to increase the security afforded to our high profile cruise customers,” said Superintendent Steve Masters, chief officer of Port of Dover Police. © Ray Goodfellow (left and middle) and John Mavin (right) “However we expect the leisure users of the harbour to benefit just as much from the increased presence of our officers. We hope that the presence of highly visible officers in and around the harbour will provide reassurance to the public and will enable officers to respond to all levels of crime and disorder both afloat and ashore. © Nigel Thornton (Left) and forum user "The Ferry Man" (right) “The vessel itself will undertake a number of roles, from intelligence gathering and positive identification of small vessels as part of the security strategy, to the more community-focused elements of policing.” The police RIB will work alongside the port’s harbour patrol vessels which provide 24/7 pilotage and escort services in the harbour as well as a safety and security remit.



	All information is believed to be correct and no responsibility is accepted for errors and omissions.

	We would like to thank: The Dover Harbour Board, Port of Dover Police, Nigel Thornton, "The Ferry Man" and John Mavin for there assistance in producing this feature.


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