Adelaide Ship Construction Tuna Purse Seiner

Independence is a highly specified steel Tuna Purse Seine vessel with an impressive amount of deck space and heavy net hauling equipment suited to a wide range of commercial fishing operations. She is powered by a MWM TBD 4408 diesel engine with a Reintjes Gearbox Wel 404 2.0:1.

Navigation is made easy with the assistance of an extensive range of electronics including Furuno equipment, a Resco Tokyo Keiki Gyro/Auto Pilot System, Icom VHF, Tait digital radio, Codan HF radio, satellite phone, and plenty more.

Independence is certified to 3B Survey for 12 Crew and sports impressive overnight capacity with tidy accommodation for up to 14 crew across 4 cabins. Coupled with a large settee area and a well-appointed galley featuring two large fridge/freezers, 4 burner stove-top, oven, microwave and plenty of dry storage space, this vessel presents a brilliant option for extended voyages offshore.

The vessel was slipped in March 2025 in line with AMSA's 10-year survey requirements. Hull thickness testing was conducted and met all AMSA standards. Anchor was ranged, and rudder, stock, shaft, and sea valves were removed for inspection. The inspection reported no evidence of deficiencies or corrosion. Previous repairs to the aft keel section were inspected and found to be in sound condition. A full inspection report is available upon request.