Algoma Sault
2017-Present
Specs
Build Information
Year Built: 2017
Builder: Yangzijiang Shipbuilding Group Ltd., Jingjiang City, China
Hull #1243
Registry: CAN 841203
IMO #9619282
Laid Down: March 3, 2017
Launch Date: July 12, 2017
Commissioned: April 3, 2018
Construction
The Algoma Sault was the second self-unloading Equinox class bulk carrier to be constructed for Algoma Central Corporation. Construction was started on her soon after her sister Algoma Niagara was launched. She is built to the maximum allowable dimensions for the Seaway. The Equinox class ships are significantly more efficient than their fleetmates, and are equipped with exhaust scrubber systems that remove 97% of sulfur oxide emissions.
Her self-unloading equipment consists of a dual-hold belt leading to an aft loop-belt system to a 264′ deck-mounted boom.
General Stats
Length Overall: 740′
Length Between Perpendiculars: 728’06”
Breadth: 78′
Depth: 48’02”
Loaded Draft: 31’05”
Capacity: 37,367 Tons
Vessel Type: Loop-Belt Self-Unloader
Self-Unloading Boom Length: Stern-Mounted; 264′
Number of Cargo Holds: 5 [Hatch-Hold Arrangement: 3-4-3-4-3]
Number of Hatches: 17 [Dimensions: 51’11”x 22’4”]
Primary Operations: Ore, Coal, Stone, Grain, Salt Trades
Propellers: 1 Controllable Pitch Propeller
Rudders: 1
Engineering Equipment
Original
Engine
Engine Type: Diesel Engine
Engine Manufacturer: Sulzer, Winterthur, Switzerland
Engine Model: 7RTA48T-B
Number of Engines: 1
Rated HP: 11,140 BHP
History
Lineage
Algoma Sault – 2017-Present
Owner: Algoma Central Corp., St. Catharines, ON
Operator: Algoma Central Corp.
Flag: Canada
Home Port: Sault Ste. Marie, ON
Her Story
The Algoma Sault was constructed in 2017 for the Algoma Central Corporation as part of their Equinox class fleet renewal program. She is the second self-unloader constructed of the class. The Sault replaced her earlier fleetmate Algosoo. Algoma Sault was laid down on March 3, 2017, and launched on July 12, 2017. After sailing from China to the Great Lakes, she entered service on April 3, 2018.
The Algoma Sault is engaged in the ore, coal, stone, grain, and salt trades on the Great Lakes and Seaway system.
Compiled By Brendan Falkowski
Updated on April 7, 2020
Gallery
Algoma Sault on the St. Marys River, May 20, 2019. Photo by Roger LeLievre 
Algoma Sault on the St. Marys River, May 20, 2019. Photo by Roger LeLievre 
Algoma Sault under tow on the Maumee River, September 2018. Photo by Jim Hoffman 
Algoma Sault under tow on the Maumee River, September 2018. Photo by Jim Hoffman 
Algoma Sault on the St. Marys River at dusk. Photo by Daniel Lindner 
Bow detail on Algoma Sault. Photo by Daniel Lindner 
Stern detail on Algoma Sault. Photo by Daniel Lindner 
Stern detail on Algoma Sault. Photo by Daniel Lindner 
Algoma Sault on the St. Marys River at dusk. Photo by Daniel Lindner Algoma Sault on the Welland Canal, May 26, 2019. Photo by Isaac Pennock 
Algoma Sault on the St. Marys River, August 27, 2019. Photo by Roger LeLievre 
Algoma Sault in winter layup at Port Colborne, February 14, 2020. Photo by Isaac Pennock
Sources
“Algoma Niagara”. Algoma Central Corporation. N.d. Accessed 7 April, 2020. <https://www.algonet.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Algoma-Niagara.pdf>
“Details for registered vessel ALGOMA SAULT (O.N. 841203)”. Transport Canada. 1 July, 2018. <https://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/4/vrqs-srib/eng/vessel-registrations/details/841203>
Greenwood’s Guide to Great Lakes Shipping 2016, Harbor House Publishers, 2016. Pp. 3.1.
LeLievre, Roger. “Algoma Sault”. Great Lakes and Seaway Shipping Online. N.d. Accessed 7 April 2020. <http://boatnerd.com/pictures/fleet/AlgomaSault.htm>
LeLievre, Roger. Know Your Ships: 2015. Marine Publishing, 2015. Pp. 22-27.
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