Vessel Profile

Foundation Jupiter

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Story

This tug was built in 1928 by Canadian Vickers Ltd. in Montreal, QC.

Historical Notes

In 1946 this vessel was lost while under tow off the coast of Newfoundland.

Owners & Masters

In 1928 she was owned by the Foundation Jupiter Ltd., Montreal QC Canada.

In 1940 she was owned by Foundation Maritime Ltd., Halifax NS Canada.

In 1941-1943 she was chartered by the Royal Canadian Navy for service.

In 1943 she was owned by The Commissioners for Public Utilities for the Government of Newfoundland, St. John's Newfoundland.

References

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