The SS Alpena (formerly the SS Leon Fraser) is a lake freighter. She was built in 1942 by the Great Lakes Engineering Works in Ecorse, Michigan , to carry iron ore . She was originally …

Apr 30, 2022 · The Alpena, launched in 1942 and now the oldest operating steamship on the Great Lakes, visits its namesake city all shipping season long, picking up cement from the …

The current position of ALPENA is at Great Lakes reported 19 min ago by AIS. The vessel ALPENA (IMO 5206362, MMSI 366893910) is a Self Discharging Bulk Carrier built in 1942 (83 …

Discover the vessel's particulars, including capacity, machinery, photos and ownership. Get the details of the current Voyage of ALPENA including Position, Port Calls, Destination, ETA and …

Dec 31, 2015 · The Alpena, built at Great Lakes Engineering Works in River Rouge as the Leon Fraser, is the last of five identical ships built during World War II to haul iron ore. She survived …

Feb 2, 2023 · The longest running vessel in service on the Great Lakes, the Steamship Alpena just completed its 81st overall year of service. Originally built by the Great Lakes Engineering …

Oct 24, 2018 · Entering Duluth MN Port the ALPENA built 1942 Steam Powered still in operation! Amazing 1942 ship with the sound of a steam horn or whistle!

Jan 20, 2023 · Here's the kicker, it's still operating and is the oldest steam-operated ship operating on the Great Lakes. The ship was originally an iron ore carrier that went by the name of SS …

Jul 4, 2018 · In contrast, the Alpena, launched Feb. 28, 1942, has spent her decades closer to home. The bulk freighter was originally launched as the steamer Leon Fraser, owned by the …

The PS Alpena was a sidewheel steamer built by Thomas Arnold of Gallagher & Company at Marine City, Michigan in 1866. She was operated by the Goodrich Line after being purchased …