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Peru’s B.A.P. Unión Draws Crowds in Liverpool Ahead of Dublin Departure

The sail-training barque serves as Peru’s floating ambassador, highlighting Wirral connections dating to 19th-century shipbuilding.

Overview

  • The four-masted, second-largest tall ship is moored at Pier Head and has welcomed about 2,000 visitors during its open-ship stay.
  • The vessel is scheduled to leave Liverpool in the early hours of Thursday, 4 September, bound for Dublin.
  • Launched in 2015, the 54-metre ship carries roughly 217–250 crew including 71 naval cadets and has sailed about 9,000 miles from Peru on this tour.
  • Its 2025 itinerary has included the USA, London and the Tall Ships Races in Aberdeen, as well as Denmark, Germany and Amsterdam.
  • Onboard tours showcased training and cultural outreach, from radar tracking up to 30 miles to exhibits of Peruvian goods and display cannons tied to port-entry traditions.