Garðar launched

There was a turning point in the shipyard today when Garðar finally got it’s mast and was then taken out and sailed for the first time after renovation. It didn’t go far though, not this time, just one round about the harbour. Then it was tied to the pier as it is not completely ready, the work will continue by the harbour until the boat will be fully equipped to take passengers out whale watching.

Following pictures were taken today.

 

Getting the mast ready

 

Stefán Jón pulled up the mast

 

And the mast in its place

 

Breaking a bottle of champagne according to the tradition

 

And ready to launch

 

Off it goes, everything working as planned

 

Everything worked out perfectly

 

Sailing with Náttfari for the first time

 

And heading into the harbour