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Watch as giant transformer lifted onto Preston Docks

The transformer being lifted from the River Trader Pic: Lee Worthington A giant transformer was lifted onto land at Preston Docks during Saturday lunchtime. Being sailed up the River Ribble on Wednesday the team has patiently waited for weather conditions to […]

3 weeks ago
River Trader departure from Preston Docks is delayed

The River Trader at the city's Docks Pic: Lee Worthington The River Trader barge looks set to stay at Preston Docks longer than planned. Having delivered the giant transformer cargo needed for the National Grid the ship was due to […]

3 weeks ago
River Trader at Preston Docks draws hundreds of people to see it

People flocking to see the River Trader as it enters the Docks Pic: Andy Tibor Gerencser Hundreds of people flocked down to Preston Docks today (21 August) to see the River Trader. The barge dropped off a giant electricity transformer just after 12pm this Wednesday afternoon.  […]

3 weeks ago
River Trader timing for Preston Docks update is given

The crane getting into position at the Docks Pic: Preston Swing Bridge Detail on when the River Trader is due to heading up the River Ribble to Preston Docks has been confirmed. The barge is due to deliver a giant electricity transformer […]

3 weeks ago
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Preston Docks closure as huge electrical transformer being delivered

The River Trader in action Pic: Andy Speariett A huge electrical transformer needed for a National Grid project is to be delivered to the city’s Docks. Preston City Council says the Marina and Docks are closed to water-based […]

4 weeks ago
Heavy load transformer to be driven through Preston

Police escort for the heavy load on Sunday (24 June) morning Pic: Lancashire Police Tactical Operations The transformer arrived via the River Trader into the Marina Pic: Donna Clifford Anyone up and about early on Sunday morning is being told to keep an eye out for […]

6 years ago
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