MRC Reaches Agreement with Algoma Central to Recycle the Algoma Progress
April 30, 2015
The Canadian Progress (1968 – 2011) was built by Port Weller Dry Docks in St. Catharines, Ontario for Upper Lakes Group Inc. She was the largest deadweight, self-unloading bulk carrier of her time stretching 730’ from stern to bow. At the time of decommission, the vessel was powered by 2 Caterpillar 3612TA V-12 cylinder, 4-stroke diesel engines.
Throughout the late ‘60s and early ‘70s, the Canadian Progress set new records for hauling coal, iron and barley along the Great Lakes seaway. The ship’s single hold was accessible by 22 hatches and was capable of carrying 32,240 mt.
In early 2011, Upper Lakes Shipping Company announced the sale of their fleet to the Algoma Central Corporation and later that year the Canadian Progress was renamed the Algoma Progress.
In January 2015, Marine Recycling Company reached an agreement with Algoma Central Corporation to recycle the Algoma Progress.
Overall dimensions
Length 730' 00"
Beam 75' 00"
Depth 46' 06"
Capacity (tons) 31,732
Displacement (lightweight) 8,800 tons
Power (diesel) 7,172 b.h.p. (5,350 KW)