Caption
Built in 1966 by Whyalla Shipbuilding and Engineering works for the Australian National Line. IN 1979, vessel was sold to Malcome Collins (Australia) Pty Ltd, for demolition. In March 1979 she left Hobart in tow of tug 'East Sea' for Kaohsiung. On arrival she was resold for demolition to Jui Fa Steel & Iron works Co Ltd, Taiwan and work began in June.
Official Number: 317256
Tonnages: 33,774 gross, 19,640 net, 49,375 deadweight
Dimensions: length 741'6", breadth 104'6", draught 38'0"
Machinery: 2 steam turbines by General Electric Co, Lynn.
For more detail refer to "The Australian National Line 1956 - 1981" by Clark, Rex & Robertson of the World Ship Society, Vic.
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Source
BHP Co, donated by Mr Keith LeLeu
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