Longliner ''Emry & Boys'' was recently delivered to ALS Fisheries Ltd. of Sambro, Nova Scotia.
The 66ft vessel was built by A. F. Theriault & Son Ltd. and is designed for groundfish longlining and sword fishing.
"We have built multiple vessels for the Henneberry family in the past, including the Ivy Rose, a 100ft steel longliner built in the year 2000. We wish them safe and prosperous fishing with the Emry & Boys", said Gilles Theriault of A. F. Theriault.
The boat has a refrigerated fish hold, a bait freezer, as well as a full shelter deck. The wheelhouse is equipped with a full suite of electronics for communication and navigation with full redundancy.
The main engine is a Caterpillar model C-18, 485HP @ 1800rpm, with 6:1 reduction, with a maximum speed of 10 knots. The propeller is a 5-blade, 60"x52" manganese bronze. The electrical system includes two Caterpillar C2.2, 21kw generators.
Interior layout includes accommodation for six persons, including a dedicated captain's cabin.
