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Name |
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MERCATOR |
Former names |
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IMO number |
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Type |
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barquentine / ex training ship / museum ship since 1961 |
Built |
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1932 |
Length (o.a.) |
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78,40 m (bowsprit included) |
Beam |
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11,09 m |
Draught |
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4,50 m |
Total sail surface |
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1600 m2 |
Crew |
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150 crew members |
Owner |
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Belgian Gouvernement |
Flag |
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Belgium |
Port of registry |
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Antwerpen |
Extra information |
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- In 1936 the Mercator brought the remains of Father Damien to Belgium.
- 1960: out of service
- September 29, 2015: report: The Mercator for many months off the townscape |
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- Picture 5: The Mercator with party lights (Christmas & New Year). |
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