Is P and O Britannia damaged?
Is P and O Britannia damaged? While Britannia's overall structure has not been compromised, the fact that some lifesaving equipment – including at least one of the ship's emergency lifeboats – was damaged means that not all guests onboard will be continuing their cruise. Your browser can't play this video.
Who owns the Royal Yacht Britannia now?
Britannia is owned and cared for by The Royal Yacht Britannia Trust. Britannia is part of the Core Collection of the National Register of Historic Vessels, the official register of the most important British ships in existence.
Can the Royal Yacht Britannia still sail?
Now retired from royal service, Britannia is permanently berthed at Ocean Terminal, Leith in Edinburgh, Scotland, where it is a visitor attraction with over 300,000 visits each year.
Has Britannia been repaired?
A Sombre Farewell. On 23 June 1994, John Major's Government announced there would be no refit for HMY Britannia as the costs would be too great. After a long and successful career spanning 44 years and travelling over 1 million miles around the globe, it was announced that the last Royal Yacht was to be decommissioned.
Where is the former royal yacht Britannia now moored?
For Great Britain, she was a majestic symbol of the Commonwealth and a proud ambassador generating billions of pounds in trade deals. For the Royal Family and 220 dedicated crew of Royal Yachtsmen, she was home. Today, Britannia is a five-star visitor attraction and exclusive evening events venue in Edinburgh.
What was the damage to Britannia?
Britannia sustained damage to the lifeboat when it broke its moorings during a storm in the port of Palma, hitting a cargo ship that was docked alongside. Guests onboard said the starboard deck 5 was hit.
Did the Royals get another yacht after Britannia?
A Sombre Farewell There was no immediate decision about a replacement, but the question of a new Royal Yacht became a political issue in the run up to the 1997 General Election. After the election, the new Labour Government eventually confirmed in October 1997 there would be no replacement for Britannia.
Does the royal family have a yacht now?
Since 1998, following a successful national tender process, Britannia has been berthed permanently at the Port of Leith in Edinburgh. There are currently no British royal yachts, although MV Hebridean Princess and MY Leander G have both been used by the royal family.