‘Quicksilver’ Recapturing the World Water Speed Record

This is an Eastern Counties Branch event organised and hosted by the Branch Committee on behalf of Branch members. Other members and non-members are very welcome to register for the talk. 

Overview: Driven by patriotic ideals, Donald Campbell and his father Sir Malcolm Campbell dominated speed-record breaking for decades with their iconic “Bluebirds”. Their dynasty came to an abrupt and tragic end with Donald’s death on Coniston Water in 1967. This evening's talk will take the form of an exciting multimedia lecture in which Nigel celebrates the achievements of Donald and Malcolm, and outlines the key aspects of his own venture. With vivid illustrations, including historic footage of epic attempts in years past, Nigel will explain what it takes today to be the world’s fastest, to bring this prestigious international prize back to these shores after it’s long absence in Australia.

The primary structure of 'Quicksilver' was fabricated from high-tensile steel tubing by BOC Gases, under a sponsorship arrangement using a specially developed welding procedure certified by TWI Ltd 

The Speaker: Nigel Macknight( Driver/Team Leader, Quicksilver)   

Speaker Biography: Author and publisher Nigel Macknight is leading a team that aims to regain the World Water Speed Record for Britain, with a turbofan-propelled hydroplane called “Quicksilver”.

Poster for the talk can be downloaded Autumn Lecture - Eastern Counties (Sept 7th 2022).pdf 

Please note, registration closes on the 28th August 2022

Continuing Professional Development (CPD): Attending this event supports your professional development.  You can claim 2 CPD points per hour for this event.  As a member of the Welding Institute you can record your CPD activity online from your membership portal.

Additional Information:

• Spaces are limited and priority will be given to Branch members
• Registration will close 48 hours before the event starts.
• Live event only
• Registration details will be shared with our Branch volunteers to help facilitate the event.