Histoire
This research vessel was built in 1978 by Narasaki Senpakukogyo Ltd. in Muroran, Hokkaido.
Notes historiques
In 2004 this vessel was based at Patricia Bay BC Canada.
Propriétaires et capitaines
In 1978-1979 she was owned by Callistratus Fishing Co. Ltd. et al., Vancouver BC Canada.
In 1986-2022 she was owned by the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, Ottawa ON Canada.
Signification du nom
Named for fisheries scientist William Edwin Ricker of the Pacific Biological Station.
Références
Canada List of Shipping