Vessel Profile

Ratsy III

Ratsy III
Photo: John M. MacFarlane

Story

This yacht, power-cruiser was built in 1971 by Joyce Marine Ltd. in Southampton.

Historical Notes

On August 19, 1985 this vessel struck bottom and sank while in Milbanke Sound BC Canada.

Owners & Masters

In 1971-1979 she was owned by David J. Rattenbury, Southampton UK.

In 1980 she was owned by Central Coast Charters Ltd., Kelowna BC Canada.

In 1982-1990 she was owned by Mitco Transportation Services Ltd., Queen Charlotte City BC Canada.

In 1991-1994 she was owned by 395653 B.C. Ltd., Nanaimo BC Canada.

In 1995-2001 she was owned by Spilde Holdings Ltd., Nanaimo BC Canada.

In 2003 she was owned by 331335 Alberta Ltd., Sundre AB Canada.

In 2012-2017 she was owned by Thomas C. Mennear, Sundre AB Canada.

References

  • Canada List of Shipping
  • Report of the Transportation Safety Board of Canada - Fishing Vessels and Pleasure Craft Losses (December 22, 1993)
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