Elutec team victorious in Royal Navy engineering challenge

A massive hurricane has struck a small island in the West Indies, leaving hundreds of islanders without food, shelter or medical supplies. HMS DIAMOND has been diverted from her from her round the world deployment to offer aid to the islanders, but the harbour is blocked by debris, and the crew is unable to provide much needed assistance…Engineers on-board HMS DIAMOND have been tasked by the ship’s Commanding Officer to clear the harbour to enable the relief effort to commence.

30 teams in the national final have been challenged to design a boat capable of clearing items from the surface and sea bed of a harbour.

Many congratulations to our year 12 students Alan, Harrison, David, Inayat and technical learning mentor Mr Mathumo who won the best themed team award and a financial prize.

Royal Navy engineering challenge is one of the most interesting projects for students attending UTCs across the country. It was the Elutec team’s first attempt at a competition where our team successfully sailed through the National final among a large group of UTCs and won the best themed team award! We are so proud of our students! Well done.