On board the type 81 general purpose frigate HMS Nubian (1960) alongside South Railway Jetty in Portsmouth Dockyard prior to commissioning on 9 October 1962. The photographer is in the combined technical office between 58¾ and 61½ stations on the starboard side of 2 deck looking forward and to starboard showing a double pedestal desk in the corner with a sloping topped bench with drawers under on the left. A portable pumps connections diagram is mounted above the bench. Cupboards and pigeon hole shelves are at high level. A maintenance master plan is against the ship's side.