Vessel Profile

Falbro

Falbro
Photo: John M. MacFarlane

Story

This tug was built in 1954 by Allied Shipbuilders Ltd. in Vancouver, BC.

Historical Notes

This vessel had a hydraulic towing winch.

Owners & Masters

In 1954-1956 she was owned by Albin Falt (MO), Cowichan BC BC Canada.

In 1958-1969 she was owned by Falt Brothers Agencies Ltd., Cowichan Bay BC Canada.

In 1970-1990 she was owned by Falt Towing Co. Ltd., Victoria BC Canada.

In 1991-2014 she was owned by Falt Towing (1991) Ltd., Cowichan Bay BC Canada.

In 2014-2024 she was owned by Falt Towing (2014) Ltd., Cowichan Bay BC Canada.

Name Significance

It was an abbreviation of Falt Brothers (George & Albin Falt).

Repower

Repowered with a 230bhp diesel engine (2004c)

References

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