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THE GUNNERS
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Some shots of the "Gun Department"

The gun department consists of four mechanics onboard at any one time.The four being split into two shifts of two.Each shift works twelve hours on and twelve off.
Each trip lasts for six Weeks then we rotate home for six Weeks.
The gunners are responsible for the operation and maintenance of the energy source system(airguns).
They also look after the wide tow pullavanes and all the in water rigging of towed equipment.As well as back deck handling equipment.

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On the hoy in Dubai.
Rikky & Mike Celtic and Sunderland daft.

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Matt in the "gunshack"

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Rikky in the shack ,holding in his gut

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The perks if being on night shift.
Marcus enjoying the currant bun

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If you want too find a "gunner",look no further than the galley.