Story
This tug was built in 1957 by Star Shipyards (Mercers) Ltd. in New Westminster, BC.
Historical Notes
On October 1, 1968 this vessel sank off the mouth of the Fraser River near Point Grey BC at Sturgeon Bank.
Owners & Masters
In 1957-1969 she was owned by Swiftsure Towing Co. Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.
Repower
Repowered in 1961 with a 600bhp turbo-charged diesel engine by Caterpillar Tractor Co., Peoria IL USA
References
- Canada List of Shipping
- Photo Courtesy of Nauticapedia Collection
- Rogers, A.C. (Jr.) Shipwreck Chart No. 1
