The Hellenic Navy (HN) (Greek: Πολεμικό Ναυτικό, Polemikó Naftikó, abbreviated ΠΝ) is the naval force of Greece, part of the Greek Armed Forces. The modern Greek navy has its roots in the naval forces of various Aegean Islands, which fought in the Greek War of Independence. During the periods of monarchy (1833–1924 and 1936–1973) it was known as the Royal Navy (Βασιλικόν Ναυτικόν, Vasilikón Naftikón, abbreviated ΒΝ).The total displacement of all the navy's vessels is approximately 150,000 tons.The motto of the Hellenic Navy is "Μέγα το της Θαλάσσης Κράτος" from Thucydides' account of Pericles' oration on the eve of the Peloponnesian War. This has been roughly translated as "Great is the country that controls the sea". The Hellenic Navy's emblem consists of an anchor in front of a crossed Christian cross and trident, with the cross symbolizing Greek Orthodoxy, and the trident symbolizing Poseidon, the god of the sea in Greek mythology. Pericles' words are written across the top of the emblem. "The navy, as it represents a necessary weapon for Greece, should only be created for war and aim to victory."...............The Hellenic Merchant Marine refers to the Merchant Marine of Greece, engaged in commerce and transportation of goods and services universally. It consists of the merchant vessels owned by Greek civilians, flying either the Greek flag or a flag of convenience. Greece is a maritime nation by tradition, as shipping is arguably the oldest form of occupation of the Greeks and a key element of Greek economic activity since the ancient times. Nowadays, Greece has the largest merchant fleet in the world, which is the second largest contributor to the national economy after tourism and forms the backbone of world shipping. The Greek fleet flies a variety of flags, however some Greek shipowners gradually return to Greece following the changes to the legislative framework governing their operations and the improvement of infrastructure.Blogger Tips and Tricks
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Monday, August 23, 2010

London,Tube chaos due to rain ..[ 1697 ]

Tube chaos as half month's rain in one day causes signal failures

Ross Lydall and Mark Blunden
Stabdard co.uk.,23.08.10 

After a severe weather warning, more than half the usual rainfall for the month hit London in 24 hours. A monitor at St James's Park collected almost 25mm — the average for August in 43mm.

The result was unpleasant humidity on Underground trains, worsened by overcrowding caused by engineering problems. A Victoria line signal failure at Seven Sisters meant there were no trains between there and Walthamstow or between Victoria and Brixton.

The Metropolitan line was suspended between Baker Street and Aldgate after a signal failure at Euston Square, which also led to delays on the District and Hammersmith & City lines, and there were long delays on the Circle line westbound. Transport for London apologised and said the problems were resolved by about 9.30am.

Mainline commuters on First Capital Connect and Southeastern services suffered 30-minute delays between Blackfriars and St Pancras, caused by electrical supply problems.
London Fire Brigade received 26 emergency calls to flash flooding between 1am and 3am. The deluge fell on ground which had been hardened by the long spell of dry weather, making it less able to absorb standing water.

Up to one and a half inches of rain fell in parts of southern England in just a few hours and there were gale force winds in places. Flooding forced the closure of the northbound carriageway of the A249 in Kent between the junctions with the M2 and the A250.

Thorney Island in Hampshire saw nearly an inch and a half of rain in the early hours and winds of up to 40mph. The Highways Agency warned drivers to take extra care using roads across much of England. Claire Austin, forecaster with MeteoGroup, said today would remain showery, with better weather tomorrow but wind and rain returning from Wednesday afternoon.

More disruption lies in store over the coming bank holiday weekend for those using the Tube, including Notting Hill Carnivalgoers. Engineering work will close either all or part of the Victoria, Jubilee, Piccadilly, District and Metropolitan lines.
In addition, London Overground services will be suspended between Gospel Oak and Stratford over all three days. The Victoria line will be suspended on Saturday and Sunday, and the Jubilee line all day on Bank Holiday Monday. The Jubilee line will also be closed on Sunday between Wembley Park and Stratford.

The District line will be suspended on Saturday, Sunday and Monday between Barking and Upminster. The Piccadilly line will be suspended on Sunday between South Harrow and Uxbridge. The Metropolitan line will be suspended on Saturday, Sunday and Monday between Northwood and Watford and between Amersham and Chesham. On Sunday the line will also be closed between Uxbridge and Harrow-on-the-Hill and between Baker Street and Aldgate.

Passengers should check before they travel and allow extra time for journeys. Transport for London's 24-hour phone helpline is on 0843 222 1234.
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