Phoenicia crosses the equator
On 14.11.09 Phoenicia crossed the equator during the current leg from Oman to Tanzania. The crew marked this with the time honoured tradition of a reception with King Neptune and a small celebration onboard. Despite having to take wide easterly course due to the threat of piracy (see below) Phoenicia is sailing incredibly well. Phoenicia is averaging speeds of 5 knots on this passage which is expected to take up to one month in total to complete. You can keep up to date with news from the crew on the blog http://www.phoenicia.org.uk/inspiring-blog.htm
Piracy update!
The level of piracy activity in the Gulf of Aden and Somali basin has increased dramatically over the last month. This is not good news for the Phoenicia team as they transit the high risk area. During this "nail biting" passage Phoenicia benefits from the support of Security Advisers Drum Cussac who are in regular contact with the ship as well as advice and information from MSC(HOA). Captain Philip Beale is leading the international team of 11 with caution and as a result Phoenicia is taking a wide easterly route around the Seychelles before they reach the south east trade winds to take them towards Africa. You can view the route of the ship live on the satellite tracker click here.
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