Chris Frame the Maritime Historian
#2 AU/NZ
Unusual manoeuvre: Queen Mary 2 turns around at her dock [4k Timelapse]
Watch the World’s Last Ocean Liner Pull a Massive 180° Turn! Ever wondered how a ship that is 1,132 feet long and over 149,000 Gross Tons navigates a tight harbour? In this stunning 4k timelapse, witness the Queen Mary 2 perform a complex 180-degree turn within the confines of Fremantle Port before docking again. As the last true ocean liner in service, seeing the QM2 move with such precision is a rare sight. This footage captures the incredible engineering and pilotage required to pivot this massive vessel in a busy port environment; notice how the tugs and thrusters work in harmony to guide her safely to the wharf. What’s in this video: Precision Manoeuvring: High-speed footage of the QM2’s full rotation. Fremantle Harbour: A unique perspective of Western Australia’s iconic gateway. 4k Detail: Every movement of the 148,000 Gross Tons hull in crisp resolution. A huge thank you, as always, to our fantastic channel members; your support is what makes these videos possible. You can join the crew and see your name appear on future videos by following the link in the description below. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgk7SzYDkiXWWBfMqXYH0cA/join Tags: #Cunard #QM2 #Cruise #OceanLiner