NautiQa

Name: NautiQa
Address: 137 Kimberley Road, Lowestoft, NR330UE, GB
Telephone: +447709020339
Price range: $$

We are passionately uniQue, Specialising in bespoke and custom nautical technical illustration, mechanical design engineering and technical documentation.

our clients
can trust us to carry out their projects with professionalism and pride. www.nautiqa.uk

22/06/2026

Off to say farewell to the beautiful Samarbeta this evening, as she retires from service at Great Yarmouth & Gorleston Lifeboat Station.

She's the final all-weather lifeboat along this stretch that I've grown up knowing. Alongside Lowestoft's Tyne and RNLI Aldeburgh Lifeboat's Mersey, these boats have shaped my entire journey as a lifeboat enthusiast since I was 12 years old. And now, at nigh on 40, it's hard not to feel just how significant this change is.

Seeing Samarbeta retire really brings home how quickly time moves in the lifeboat world. On a personal note, I've drawn all three of these all-weather lifeboats, along with their newer replacements, and prints are available via my website. (Details in the comments)

A small way of capturing a big piece of maritime history, and a fitting tribute to vessels that have given so much service to our coast.

14/06/2026

We love a lifeboat in the old livery, rocking those late 1980s/90s vibes.

Do you like them like this? Or the more vibrant, bold and modern style?

13/06/2026

A little trip down the coast to RNLI Aldeburgh Lifeboat station today to see "Ralph", and their Talus MB-H

07/06/2026

I've got some obsolete parts left over from my 1/12 scale Talus MB-4H kit development.

I have 8x brand new LESU RD-2029 alloy wheels, in silver anodised finish. One has been removed from the packaging for photographing only, the others are all in their bags. £25 each.

I also have 4x BKT monster truck wheels and tyres (130x75mm) which were too were too wide for the tractor. £35 for all 4.

Located in Lowestoft, Suffolk. Collection or postage at extra cost.

25/05/2026

A bank holiday trip to Ramsgate, although it felt more like the Med, gave me a chance encounter with ESL's beautiful ORC pilot boats. This is exactly the kind of moment that reminds me why I love what I do. ⚓

Seeing them brought back the ORC121L commission I completed for Cattewater Harbour Commissioners in Plymouth a bespoke print that still makes me proud every time I look at it.

If you've ever wanted a piece of maritime art that means something personal to you, whether it is a vessel you've worked on, sailed, or just simply love. That's exactly what I do.

✅ Ready-to-buy prints from £35 at www.nautiQa.co.uk
✅ Bespoke commissions available please DM me or drop an email to get started

Every ship deserves to be remembered. 🌊

Goodchild Marine Services Ltd Estuary Services Limited

17/05/2026

Derek Smart has retired as Lifeboat Operations Manager at Montrose RNLI after an incredible 27 years of volunteering for the charity. During his time at the station, Derek served as lifeboat crew, Launch Authority and Lifeboat Operations Manager.

19/04/2026

After seeing just how popular the D-Class has been, I was curious to find out what comes next… and it turns out the next favourite is the Atlantic (B-Class) 🚤

Whether it’s the earlier 7.5m Atlantic 75 or the more modern 8.5m Atlantic 85, this class of lifeboat has clearly made its mark.

It’s easy to see why they’re so well loved. Fast, capable, and at the heart of countless shouts, each one has its own story and character behind it.

I’m also really looking forward to what’s next — I’m eagerly awaiting the arrival of the brand new MK4 Atlantic 85s, and once they start going on station I’ll be able to create prints of those vessels too 👀

All of my prints are available through my website, with options for framed pieces or poster prints if you fancy adding one to your wall.

Thanks again for all the continued support — it genuinely means a lot ⚓

09/04/2026

I was curious to find out which of my prints has been the most popular… and it turns out it’s the mighty D-Class Lifeboat 🚤

So far to date, I’ve sold 25 different prints of this incredible little boat ranging from RNLI vessels, independent Lifeboats and to ex-service boats, and even on more than one occasion a slightly cheeky, tongue-in-cheek piece showing at the boat capsized.

It’s amazing to see how much love there is for this class of lifeboat and the stories behind them.

All of my prints are available through my website, with options for framed pieces or poster prints if you fancy adding one to your wall.

Thanks so much for the continued support, it really does mean a lot ⚓

Address

137 Kimberley Road
Lowestoft
NR330UE

Telephone

+447709020339

Website

https://www.geckonautiq.co.uk/, https://www.nautiqa.uk/

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