MAUNGANUI 1911-1947

Particulars of Ship

BuilderFairfield Shipbuilding Last edited by: John Brown

Where BuiltGlasgow Last edited by: John Brown

Date Built1911 Last edited by: John Brown

Length x Breadth132 metres Last edited by: John Brown

Tonnage7527 GRT Last edited by: John Brown

Number of passengers499 Last edited by: John Brown

PropulsionTwin screw steam 16 knots Last edited by: John Brown

Owners & Previous Names1911-1947 USSCo
1947-1957 Various Greek owners. CYRENIA
1957 Italian ship breakers, Savona Last edited by: John Brown

Additional NotesA wonderful ship with a fine record. Used firstly on the trans-Pacific service and in latter years on the trans-Tasman service. Used as hospital ship in both world wars. In 1920 engines were converted from coal to oil burning. When sold remained in service for another 10 years under Greek owners. Last edited by: John Brown

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MAUNGANUI 1911-1947