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Riga II

Riga II was the Swiss-flagged sailing yacht involved in the 26 May 2012 collision with Furness Melbourne north of Bowen, Queensland.

Overview

Riga II was the Swiss-flagged sailing yacht involved in the 26 May 2012 collision with Furness Melbourne north of Bowen, Queensland.

Particulars

  • Vessel type: Other
  • Source description: Sailing vessel, 13.6 m sloop-rigged yacht
  • Flag state: Switzerland [CH]
  • Builder: Allures, France
  • Year built: 2007
  • Owner: Private
  • LOA (m): 13.6
  • Breadth (m): 4.25
  • Draught (m): 3.0
  • Sail area: 95 m2
  • Main engine: Volvo D2-55
  • Power (kW): 41

Incidents