Vessel Profile

D.W. Murray

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Story

This tug was built in 1940 by Russell Bros. Ltd. in Owen Sound, ON.

Historical Notes

This vessel operated in the Minas Basin, NS Canada.

In 1979 the Registrar of shipping noted that this vessel was "out of existence".

Owners & Masters

In 1940-1942 she was owned by Minas Shipping Co. Ltd., Hants NS Canada.

In 1942-1946 she served in the Royal Canadian Navy as a Canadian Naval Small Craft.

In 1942-1961 she was owned by The Lords Commissioners of the Admiralty, London UK.

Repower

Repowered with a 250bhp engine (1961c)

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