Vessel Profile

YO-169 (U.S.S.)

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Story

This work boat was built in 1944 by Ira S. Bushey and Sons Inc. in New York, NY.

Historical Notes

In 2010 this vessel was reported to have grounded.

Owners & Masters

In 1944 she was owned by the United States Navy.

In 1975 she was owned by Swiftsure Inc., Seattle WA USA.

In 1980 she was owned by Marlin Fisheries Inc., Seattle WA USA.

In 1989 she was owned by Western Pioneer Inc., Seattle WA USA.

Rebuilds

Rebuilt as a fishboat.

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