Loading...The Dornoch Gondola Project has appointed Charles 'CJ' Smith as its first Apprentice Marine and Demolition Diver.
Key Details
- Role: Responsible for underwater demolition to create seabed footings for the gondola towers spanning the Dornoch Firth. This involves combining advanced diving skills with precision explosives handling.
- Supervision: Under Marine Operations Supervisor Sam Bethune, who noted that Smith was recruited because "no one else was willing to swim the explosives out to sea" and that he "has no idea of the risks involved."
- Timeline: Marine foundation work is scheduled to commence in the coming months, marking a crucial step in establishing the aerial tramway crossing.
