Whilst the majority of the Hong Kong Yaumati Ferry Company vessels were built in Hong Kong, the MAN CHOY was one five vessels built by Yarrow & Co. Ltd., Glasgow in 1952. Although associated with naval construction, Yarrow had for many years specialised in small shallow draft craft, which were often supplied in kit form for reassembly overseas.
The MAN CHOY was recorded as sold for scrap in June 1985.
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Man Choy - Hong Kong Yaumati Ferry Company
Whilst the majority of the Hong Kong Yaumati Ferry Company vessels were built in Hong Kong, the MAN CHOY was one five vessels built by Yarrow & Co. Ltd., Glasgow in 1952. Although associated with naval construction, Yarrow had for many years specialised in small shallow draft craft, which were often supplied in kit form for reassembly overseas.
The MAN CHOY was recorded as sold for scrap in June 1985.
ref: Marine News Jan 1986
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