Vessel Profile

Sir Humphrey Gilbert (C.C.G.S.)

Sir Humphrey Gilbert (C.C.G.S.)
Photo: Lynn Salmon

Story

This icebreaker, medium was built in 1959 by Davie Shipbuilding Co. Ltd., Lauzon PQ.

Historical Notes

This vessel carried 1 helicopter.

In 2017 this vessel transited the Northwest Passage to British Columbia.

Owners & Masters

In 1959-1986 she was owned by The Minister of Transport, Ottawa ON Canada.

In 2004 she was owned by Gilbert Enterprises Ltd., Clarenville NL Canada.

In 2014-2015 she was owned by GX Technology, Houston TX.

In 2016-2022 she was owned by GX Technology Canada Ltd., Calgary AB Canada.

In 2023-2025 she was owned by Miawpukek Horizon Maritime Services Ltd., Dartmouth NS Canada.

References

  • Jane's Fighting Ships
  • Maginley, C.D. & B. Collin (2001)
  • Canada List of Shipping
  • Photo Courtesy of Lynn Salmon
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