Vessel Profile

Astronaut (II)

Astronaut (II)
Photo: Scott Kristmanson

Story

This fishboat, general was built in 1963 by Matsumoto Shipyards Ltd. in North Vancouver, BC.

Historical Notes

About December 5th this vessel sank at her berth in Prince Rupert harbour. A week later arrangements were made to salvage her and to have her broken up.

Owners & Masters

In 1963-1967 she was owned by P.E. Haan (MO), New Westminster BC Canada.

In 1968-1973 she was owned by Esper Kovamees (MO), Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1974-1977 she was owned by Edward L. Morris, Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1978-1987 she was owned by Sea Spray Fishing Ltd., Ladner BC Canada.

In 1988-1997 she was owned by Phantom Fishing Ltd., Prince Rupert BC Canada.

In 2001-2022 she was owned by McLean's Shipyard Ltd., Prince Rupert BC Canada.

Repower

Repowered with a 237bhp diesel engine (2004c)

References

Canada List of Shipping

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