The Crew


Hamble lifeboat has twelve registered crew. They are led by Andy Olden, qualified Radio Officer and current Chief Coxswain.
The Chief Engineer and Launch Operations Manager, Mr Colin Olden MBE stepped down as Chief Coxswain just over 1 year ago. In addition to managing his own marine business, Colin is also a member of the local Coastguard Search and Rescue (SAR) team based at Hillhead.

The remainder of the crew including two coxswains, who are also members of their local Coastguard SAR teams, and one training coxswain come from all occupations and backgrounds. One is a Hampshire Ambulance Paramedic, one is a Master Mariner with a further two are Navigating Officers in the Merchant Navy and one an ABP Coxswain. One is a loading Master for BP Hamble, two are electronic engineers and our website and public relations support works for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service

We also currently have 2 trainee crew, one of whom has joined us from another Lifeboat service.

None of the work the volunteers do with Hamble Lifeboat would be possible if it was not for the continuous support of their families, for which we thank them.