Sunday, August 4, 2024 Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines recently hosted the Dover and Deal Sea Cadets aboard the Borealis, providing a unique glimpse into maritime life. On Wednesday, July 31st, Borealis docked at the Port of Dover and welcomed 19 enthusiastic cadets.
The Bridge Team, led by Captain Rommel Pineda, Safety Officer Abbie Sanders, and Navigation Officer George Gunningham, warmly received the group. The day began with a breakfast meeting with Captain Pineda, who shared insights about a seafaring career. The cadets were then treated to an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour, visiting the Bridge, lower decks, and engine control room.
The experience continued with a comprehensive tour of the ship’s public areas, a sumptuous lunch at The View restaurant, and a fun game of shuffleboard on deck. Alan Tinker, Chief Petty Officer at Dover and Deal Sea Cadets, said: “We would like to give our heartfelt thanks to Fred. Olsen for welcoming the cadets aboard and giving them the time to experience life aboard during a busy port turnaround day.
“They took the time to make us feel very welcome throughout our visit, allowing access to areas not normally seen by passengers, treating us to various insights into life aboard and providing some excellent food and drink. “Every member of crew that we met smiled, welcomed us, and wished us a nice day thanking us for visiting, reaffirming the well-known view that they are ‘the friendliest ships afloat!’” Regan Partridge, Risk and Safety Manager at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, who helped to organise the visit, said: “It was a genuine pleasure for us to welcome the Dover and Deal Sea Cadets aboard Borealis , giving them the chance to explore the diverse and exciting opportunities that a career at sea offers.
“As a business that places huge importance on supporting local communities, providing these cadets with first-hand experience of being on board a cruise ship was truly rewarding, and we hope that each cadet left feeling inspired by the range of possibilities available to them in their own futures.” The Sea Cadets, established in 1856, are a national youth charity that provides a wide range of opportunities and adventures for young people aged 10 to 18. The organization follows a rank structure similar to that of the Royal Navy, helping to instill discipline, leadership, and a sense of community in its members.
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