The Unicorn Preservation Society approached H+R with an invitation to tender for a condition survey of HMS Unicorn, Dundee. They were concerned for the structure of the ship and wished to know an expected lifespan if it was kept aoat. The survey was to be non-invasive and cover all structural items, including those beneath the waterline. The information produced was to be used in assisting with the production of a long-term plan for the future of the ship and to highlight any immediate repairs needed. Work undertaken H+R found the hull of the ship had deteriorated rapidly since it was last reported as ‘essentially sound’ in 1972; due to continuing problems of Structural Condition Survey in Dundeerainwater penetration and in conjunction with the replacement of some original oak planks with

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