Giles named at Porthcawl's new station Porthcawl was blessed with a clear sunny day on 7 September 1996 when Anthony Clarke, nephew of famous cartoonist and RNLI supporter Carl Giles, named the stations new Atlantic 75 lifeboat, Giles. The event which was attended by some 400 guests, also involved the opening of the new lifeboat house by Man/ Hastie, wife of Bob Hastie member of the RNLI committee of management who attended on behalf of the Institution.

Following a service of dedication, Giles launched and gave a demonstration to the guests prior to tea and refreshments..