Overview

"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.

Features

AMSA Survey: 3B, 12 Crew
MWM TBD 4408 Diesel Engine Reintjes Gearbox Wel 404 2.0:1
Caterpillar 3304 coupled to a Mecca Alte 125 Kva alternating set & Caterpillar 3306 coupled to a Caterpillar SR4B 200KVA alternating set
Huge amount of deck space for commercial fishing operations
Well-equipped galley with large settee and a range of amenities
Overnight accommodation for up to 14 across 4 cabins
Furuno FCV 291
Furuno RCU-014
Furuno FR 7111
C Plot TMQ
Furuno CSH-05
Furuno GP 32
Furuno Satellite Compass
Arrow Electronic Watch Alarm
Resco Tokyo Keiki Gyro/Auto Pilot System
Robertson RI
Icom IC M505 VHF
Tait TM9155 Digital Radio
Condan 8528S HF with Codan 8560 Tuner
Airphone LEF-5 Intercom
Westinghouse Satellite Phone
Thrane & Thrane VMS with Distress System
GME GR9000 CD/MP3
Purse Winch
Overshoot Winch
Petrol Net Hauler
Petrol Net Stacker
Anchor Winch
Purse Seine Net (Large)
Carrier Refrigeration System
3x 5m Aluminium Tenders, Outboards, 1x 70HP, 2x 130HP both Centre Console
1x "Growler" Net Skiff ~9m length, Inboard 320hp 671 Detroit Diesel 2 Stroke, Built 1998, Gearbox rebuilt in 2016