{"id":14757,"date":"2021-02-21T15:41:05","date_gmt":"2021-02-21T15:41:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/saltiremarine.co.uk\/?page_id=14757"},"modified":"2025-02-18T15:12:33","modified_gmt":"2025-02-18T15:12:33","slug":"client-feedback","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/saltiremarine.co.uk\/index.php\/client-feedback\/","title":{"rendered":"Client Feedback"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"440\" src=\"https:\/\/saltiremarine.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/20230814_064829c-1024x440.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16249\" style=\"width:646px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/saltiremarine.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/20230814_064829c-1024x440.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/saltiremarine.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/20230814_064829c-1536x660.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/saltiremarine.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/20230814_064829c-2048x880.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/saltiremarine.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/20230814_064829c-300x129.jpg 300w, https:\/\/saltiremarine.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/20230814_064829c-768x330.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3 style=\"margin: 15pt 0cm 7.5pt; line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;\" align=\"center\"><b>Our clients feedback to us<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin: 7.5pt 0cm 11.25pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;\" align=\"center\">We have represented many clients over the years and here is some of the feedback received (below), as well as feedback on Google <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?sca_esv=d607b7a43a2125f2&amp;biw=1920&amp;bih=911&amp;si=APYL9bs7Hg2KMLB-4tSoTdxuOx8BdRvHbByC_AuVpNyh0x2KzZoAA7GWEnGtF6N6h_UceOb_Zy3gDB4X6gwYPiGtBVhAfdIhDZRsN1dLGfpL6en05maxfDpjwIoOj0D4OcRRopYxBzlasda_eH7-06lA5e34PWYwKohtaeyy20h5_2c6h2zzNh0%3D&amp;q=Saltire+Marine+Services+%28Scotland%29+Ltd+Reviews&amp;sa=X&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjDkMHX8syLAxUDW0EAHT0lBFMQ0bkNegQIJRAD&amp;cshid=1739870499561412\">here<\/a>\u00a0and Facebook <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/SaltireMarineServicesScotlandLtd\/reviews\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Classic Private Motor Yacht<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Neil was always willing to be of assistance well beyond his official duties and did his best to ensure that everyone onboard had an enjoyable experience. His knowledge of the Western Isles is extensive and Neil was happy to share this knowledge to everyone\u2019s benefit.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Neil is the perfect person to have on board a boat being polite, courteous and discreet. His presence exuded reassurance, security and professionalism and his meticulous attention to detail ensured that everything always ran according to plan which is a challenge on an old wooden classic boat. I never heard Neil complain and no request however bizarre was too much to deal with.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">I have no hesitation in recommending Neil\u2019s company for the management and operation of sailing vessels.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Owner<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Private Yacht<\/em><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Cruise Loch Lomond Ltd<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Neil has been an integral part of our team in an advisory role for training and MCA legislation. He is extremely competent and knowledgeable in this field. He has proved to be an excellent skipper proving to be popular with both customers and colleagues.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Stuart Cordner<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Managing Director<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Cruise Loch Lomond Ltd<\/em><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Gemini Explorer\/FerryKnowHow<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: top;\" align=\"center\">Saltire Marine has been caring about our ship M\/S Gemini Explorer for nearly one year. We are saying thank you for a very caring and professional cooperation. We have been impressed by his knowledge and large network same as many creative ideas. He is a competent and safe Skipper.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Uwe Giese<\/em><br \/><em>Managing Director<\/em><br \/><em>FerryKnowHow GmbH<\/em><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: top;\" align=\"center\"><b>JGBE<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Very efficient &amp; prompt service which was tailored to our requirements. Provided sound advice, after listening to our requirements and was very impressed by the way that our needs were implemented. Would not hesitate to recommend this company.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Jim Bavin<\/em><br \/><em>JGBE<\/em><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: top;\" align=\"center\"><b>F.McLaughlan Slaters Ltd<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">We found Neil to be very professional, helpful, friendly and listening to what we were looking for, in setting up a website for us, which has generated a lot more customers for us. Would highly recommend.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Janet McLaughlan<\/em><br \/><em>F.McLaughlan Slaters Ltd<\/em><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: top;\" align=\"center\"><b>Aspect Land and Hydrographic Surveys Ltd<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The nature of the Hydrographic, Oceanographic and Geophysical survey business often leads to short notice requests in previously unvisited locations. In both planned and short notice requirements Neil has provided great service, applying his knowledge and experience to safely and effectively manage delivery voyages.<br \/>During survey operations, often operating in very shallow water and close to navigational dangers his ship handling and situational awareness have proved invaluable. His mariners skill coupled with his calm and affable nature has allowed difficult situations to be worked through successfully on a number of occasions.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Colin Thomson<\/em><br \/><em>Hydrographic Survey Manager<\/em>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Aspect Land and Hydrographic Surveys Ltd<\/em><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: top;\" align=\"center\"><b>The Majestic Line<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Neil has worked for us as a relief\/stand-by Skipper in 2013, 2014 and 2015, and in the 2016 season as a full time Skipper on our 24 metre mini-cruise ships, namely M\/V Glen Massan and M\/V Glen Tarsan. He is a competent and safe Skipper, and excellent boat handler. We have no hesitation in recommending him for work of this nature.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Andrew Thoms<\/em><br \/><em>Managing Director<\/em><br \/><em>The Majestic Line<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Neil&#8217;s skippering of The Majestic Line&#8217;s vessels has continued through to September 2024.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Neil\u00a0 has sailed as skipper on the Majestic Line&#8217;s M\/V Glen Etive and M\/V Glen Shiel, being skipper on M\/V Glen Shiel since her fit out, launch and entry in to service in 2019, through September 2024.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: top;\" align=\"center\"><b>LA Marine<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Neil is an excellent skipper. He regularly<br \/>skippered our 50 foot motor yacht with diligent care, total attention to safety and fantastic interpersonal skills. He would be an asset for those who engage him.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Justin Adams<\/em><br \/><em>Managing Director<\/em><br \/><em>LA Media<\/em><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: top;\" align=\"center\"><b>Robert and Sheila<br \/>McCulloch<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">We recently went on a 6 night cruise around Skye and the Sea Lochs of the Western Scottish Mainland. The skipper of the cruise boat was Neil White, of Saltire Marine Services who arranged a marvellous itinerary stopping regularly to allow us time to enjoy our surroundings. Information and forward planning was passed on to all the passengers on a daily basis. The choice of anchorages was well chosen to ensure a good undisturbed sleep in calm waters. Neil\u2019s rapport with the crew and passengers was greatly appreciated. We hope to cruise with Neil as skipper again.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Robert and Sheila McCulloch<\/em><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt; line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: top; text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"><b>Smart ISO Systems &amp; Smart Mentoring Services<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">I found Neil to be very knowledgeable on Marine issues. As a manager he is quick to latch on to ideas especially electronic technology and adapt applications for his own use. An example of this is the company he worked with did not use electronic technology to the full capacity.<br \/>In his role as Duty Manager he introduced various practices that allowed him to be a more effective and efficient manager.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>David Smart<\/em><br \/><em>Owner<\/em><br \/><em>Smart ISO Systems &amp; Smart Mentoring Services<\/em><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: top;\" align=\"center\"><b>Alfa Shipping Services<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">I have used Neil\u2019s services over the last few years and found his service to be first class \u2014 punctual, reliable, trustworthy and experienced in his field.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Alistair Fleming<\/em><br \/><em>Director<\/em><br \/><em>Alfa Shipping Services Ltd<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Our clients feedback to us We have represented many clients over the years and here is some of the feedback received (below), as well as feedback on Google here\u00a0and Facebook here. 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