Vessel Profile

Scotch Fir (II)

Scotch Fir (II)
Source: Nauticapedia Archives

Story

This tug was built in 1962 by Benson Brothers Shipbuilding Co. (1960) Ltd. in Vancouver, BC.

Historical Notes

On January 15, 1962 this vessel was destroyed by fire at Tahsis BC Canada and was salvaged later. On July 25, 1963 this vessel sank near Nanaimo BC Canada.

Owners & Masters

In 1962-1963 she was owned by Texada Towing Co. Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

Masters

Captain Charles Stannard (1963);

References

  • Canada List of Shipping
  • Rogers, A.C. (Jr.) Shipwreck Chart No. 3
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