I am currently trying to complete a history of Ryton Marine who built ships in a covered yard at Davey Bank Wallsend. They didn't last very long unfortunately, starting in 1971 and going bust in 1973. You can find my current findings at: http://www.tynebuiltships.co.uk/Ryton.html where there is a list of ships and the HISTORY button takes you though to more information.
Now the reason for drawing your attention to this.
Has anyone any knowledge of Ryton Engineering, where were they based? They built a series of steel yachts and possibly other stuff as well. Any information/photos?
Has anyone got photos of the Ryton Marine site at Davey Bank? or photos of the TRITON which was built in 1972.
Finally anyone know why they failed, too ambitious too soon or was it the problems on the FREDA that pulled them down?
Any help appreciated.