Vessel Profile

K.G. Hodder

K.G. Hodder
Photo: Roy Stewart

Story

This tug was built in 1974 by B.C. Marine Shipbuilders Ltd. in Vancouver, BC.

Historical Notes

On December 15, 2019 this vessel struck bottom in Chatham Channel BC Canada.

Owners & Masters

In 1974 she was owned by Rivtow Straits Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1975-1980 she was owned by Purves Ritchie Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1982-1984 she was owned by Rivtow Equipment Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1985-1991 she was owned by Rivtow Straits Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1992-1993 she was owned by Rivtow Marine Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1994-1995 she was owned by Rivtow Marine Enterprises Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1997-2001 she was owned by Rivtow Marine Inc., Vancouver BC Canada.

In 2003-2012 she was owned by Hodder Tugboat Co. Ltd., Richmond BC Canada.

In 2015-2024 she was owned by Catherwood Towing Ltd., Mission BC Canada.

Name Significance

The "K.G." stands for Kathleen Grace.

References

Canada List of Shipping

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