Steady As She Goes - Episode 15 | Sail Training - Shaping Young Lives

In Episode 15 of Steady As She Goes, we explore Irish maritime history, coastal news, and life at sea — from the Irish Sea to the Atlantic coast.This episode features a powerful remembrance of the Tuskar Rock air disaster (1968), marking the anniversary of Aer Lingus Flight 712 and its lasting impact on Ireland’s southeast coast.In our News from around the coast segment, we cover:Galway RNLI and over 30 years of lifesaving service25 years of Ireland’s marine data buoy network with the Marine Institute and Met ÉireannThe legacy of the RMS Celtic (White Star Line) in CorkLatest Irish Sea ferry updates, including Stena Nordica and NorbayWe also look back on the end of the lighthouse keeper era in Ireland at Baily Lighthouse (1997) — a key moment in maritime heritage.This week’s featured interview is with Darragh Sheridan, CEO of Sail Training Ireland, discussing sail training, tall ships, youth development, and maritime education in Ireland.We also remember the loss of the Saint Fintan (1941) during World War II — highlighting the risks faced by Irish merchant seafarers.Plus, our Maritime Word of the Week: the origin of “pipe down.”Perfect for anyone interested in Irish maritime history, shipping news, sailing, lighthouses, RNLI, and life at sea.