Vessel Profile

D.P.W. No. 253

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Story

This dredge, suction was built in 1958 by Allied Shipbuilders Ltd. in Vancouver, BC.

Historical Notes

In 1957 this vessel was delivered to Waterways AB. This vessel was fitted with a steel house enclosing pump machinery for the suction dedge. This vessel dredged northern rivers for navigation.

Owners & Masters

In 1958-1997 she was owned by the Minister of Public Works, Ottawa ON Canada.

In 1999-2001 she was owned by the Minister of Public Works and Government Services, Hull QC Canada.

In 2004 she was owned by Archie Buckley, Hay River NT Canada.

In 2011-2024 she was owned by Scott Mitchell, Yellowknife NT Canada.

References

  • McLaren, T.A. & Vickie Jensen (2000)
  • Canada List of Shipping
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