Adelaide Ship Construction Tuna Purse Seiner
Overview
About this vessel
"Independence" is a 33.84m Tuna Purse Seine, a highly specified steel 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, Caterpillar 3304 generator coupled to a Mecca Alte 125 Kva alternating set and a Caterpillar 3306 generator coupled to a Caterpillar SR4B 200KVA alternating set. Navigation is made easy with the assistance of an extensive range of electronics featuring a Furuno FCV 291, Furuno RCU-014, Furuno FR 7111, C Plot TMQ, Furuno CSH-05, Furuno GP 32, Resco Tokyo Keiki Gyro/Auto Pilot System 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 weapon presents a brilliant option for extended voyages offshore!
AMSA 5 year Survey completed March 2025
Recent Maintenance & Inspection (March 2025):
- The vessel was slipped in March 2025 in line with AMSA's 10-year survey requirements. As part of the inspection:
- 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.
