FIRECREST
Shipbuildervessel built by
John Lewis & Sons
(Aberdeen, Scotland, 1907 - 1976)
Date3 September 1929
Object NameCARGO VESSEL
MediumSTEEL
ClassificationsShip
Dimensionslength 160 5/12' x breadth 26 5/12' x depth 12'
Gross Tonnage: 538 ton
Gross Tonnage: 538 ton
Object numberABDSHIP000057
Keywords
Yard Number: 108
Official number: 149859
Subsequent Names: BRIARDENE (1952).
Fate: Broken up in the Netherlands, 1962.
Propulsion: Steam
Description: Coaster with raised quarterdeck, electric light fitted, machinery aft, built for grain carrying.
Owners:
1929: R. & W. Paul Ltd, Ipswich
1952: T. G. Irving Ltd, Sunderland, Manger Andrew Marshall, Sunderland.
General History:
18/09/1929: Builder's certificate issued
Average speed on trial 10.31 knots
Note: Engine number 189, boiler no. 152
