PAUL R. TREGURTHA: Captain: Dayton, Timothy J.; PM Log 61(2) PM Log 61(2) MESABI MINER: Captain: Dayton, Timothy J.; Interlake Log 62(3) Interlake Log 62(3) PAUL R. TREGURTHA: Captain: Dayton, Timothy J.; Interlake Log 63(1) Interlake Log 63(1) PAUL R. TREGURTHA: Captain: Dayton, Timothy J.; Interlake Log 64(2) Interlake Log 64(2) PAUL R . It's a Great Lakes Freighter boat and you see it has really big lines. duluthharborcam.com. MAP VESSELS PORTS TOOLS EMBED. Between the raffle and the fundraiser we usually generate about 15% of the museum's operating budget for the year. She was married on her husband's ship, the Paul R. Tregurtha. Stay onboard with Interlake: The Interlake Steamship Company He generally works 60 days, then takes off for 30. Vessel PAUL R.TREGURTHA is a Self Discharging Bulk Carrier, Registered in USA. "Everybody I've talked to has said it's a trip of a lifetime and I have to agree with that," the Fort Gratiot man said from aboard the Paul R. Tregurtha Thursday. The freighter Paul R. Tregurtha quickly resumed work early Sunday morning, after it was cleared for action by U.S. Coast Guard inspectors looking for any sign that the longest vessel on the Great . Her stern then pivoted and grounded on the opposite side of the channel, completely blocking the approach to the Rock Cut in the Lower St. Marys River. four in a bed contestant dies. I was only out here for a day, so I can't imagine how cool it would be to be out here for several days for the raffle trip. ", In addition to bad weather, the ship's can also be affected by what;s in the lake. There's Nater and her cat. Listed below are some of our friends that share the harbor. ", People on board have invested their lives on the lakes, and while it's a different way of life, Denise says she wouldn't trade it for anything, "I figure these kids I am watching climb the ladder right now, one day some of them will be captains. "Nater In The Wheelhouse." Nater lives on a boat and it is one of a kind. The Paul R. Tregurtha is known as the "Queen of the Lakes." They all have specific jobs, but it's a jack-of-all-trades environment. He lives out of his suitcase in case he gets a call to report to a port. "There's really nowhere to go, except your room," he said. All rights reserved. Paul Smith is the Chief Cook. Built in two parts, her keel was laid down on July 12, 1979, at the American Ship Building Company yard in Toledo, Ohio. In 1975, Mr. Barker was named Outstanding Chief Executive for Transportation by Financial World. Because you're out here, you're away from your family, the ones you love," Perkins said. It is said to be a skill so honed over time and practice that should an experienced ocean-faring captain try it, a freighter would likely end up grounded and heavily damaged. ", Captain Johnson has worked on the lakes for decades. Kadleck says the company moves cargo for a number of different industries, "In any given season, all of our ships move about 20 million tons of iron ore, coal and stone. Freighter life does have challenges, though, and when there are normal, everyday disagreements, there is no escape. Powered by. After 42 years on the Great Lakes, Captain Robert Thibaudeau, or "Captain Bob" as we all call him, Captain of the Paul R Tregurtha from the Interlake Steamship Company, made his final. ", And there's a lot of engineering that goes into moving the cargo from ship to shore. This is the final trip for Captain Bob Thibaudeau, senior-most captain in his 42nd season sailing with Interlake. On board the Paul R. Tregurtha: The Great Ship of the Great Lakes, GRAPHIC: I am going to die: Body camera footage released in womans in-custody death, Toledo students accused of giving teacher edibles, could face criminal charges, Alleged serial bank robber arrested in Findlay, Toledo teen identified in 41-year-old cold case, TPS becomes part of Safer Ohio School Tip Line, City of Toledo names community members to weigh-in on next Police Chief, City of Toledo launches landlord and tenant surveys, MSU plans to update security, reclaim our sense of safety. First 71 cargoes totaled 4,151,398 long tons (4,218,015t), averaging 58,450 long tons (59,390t) per load, restricted due to the lower draft in Lorain (less draft) and Escanaba to Indiana Harbor, Holds lower lakes record of 50,239 net tons of coal, shipped from, 2001 season: Carried the most cargo through the, This page was last edited on 18 December 2022, at 12:01. Nater in the wheel house of the Paul R. Tregurtha Wednesday, July 10, 2013 Watch for my new Children's book. Follow him on Twitter: @DetroitReporter. 105.0' 17,120 At 1013.5 feet, Interlake's flagship M/V Paul R. Tregurtha is the longest ship on the Great Lakes. 13abc's Lissa Guyton and videographer Todd Gaertner had a rare opportunity to go along. ", When it comes to the environment, Kadleck says it's a big priority for Interlake Steamship, "We are always looking for ways to protect the water ways and reduce our emissions. Crew members get their own cabins. trailer 67 14 And the boat's width that 105 feet leaves just a tiny buffer zone on each side. Reporter Jim Schaefer and photographer Eric Seals sailed last week aboard the Paul R. Tregurtha, the longest ship on the Great Lakes. If something busts, he may have to shut down the line, losing precious time. "So there's really nothing. Interlake wishes Captain Tim Dayton all the best as he departs the M/V Paul R Tregurtha for the last time as Captain. Perkins, 33, comes from the tiny town of Hillman in Michigan's northeastern lower peninsula. 0000002521 00000 n They caught up on "Game of Thrones" episodes in his room when he wasn't working. Freighters are a big part of our local history and economy. Aboard each boat, the work generally is split among deckhands, cooks and engine room workers. Have a safe one captain bob well miss you stay safe in the MV paul r thergertha, Enjoy your retirement, Captain Bob!! That system moves through the ship and out onto the boom . While a lot of the work is done outside, there's one place inside everyone likes to spend time. Deckhands pull heavy steel cables to tie up the boat to docks, sweep the decks, paint, and shovel excess coal into the cargo hold during the loading process. July 20, 1983: broke the Lorain port record delivering 61,846 long tons (62,838t) of iron ore pellets from Escanaba. "This is the ship that everyone would like to sail," Thibaudeau said, noting not just the Tregurtha's crown as "Queen of the Lakes" due to its length, but also because he likes hosting 20 sets of passengers each year. Middleburg Heights, Ohio 44130 Phil joined Interlake in 2004 as a Fleet Engineer and was later promoted to Fleet Superintendent. Two Long Three Short. These are the shipping lanes and channels dredged throughout the rivers and shallow areas of the Great Lakes water system. The groom, Gerald, was the Captain of the Tregurtha back in 1991. Randy Burgett said it is hard to explain what it is like to be a guest on the largest freighter in the Great Lakes. He gets it on his clothing and in his eyes. ", The menu while we were on board was impressive,"We're serving prime rib, sea scallops in butter Parmesan sauce and a chicken Parmesan breast. Middleburg Heights, Ohio 44130 The freighter was proceeding downbound with 62,000 tons of coal when it grounded at the bow. Bob Thibaudeau early Wednesday morning eased the Paul R. Tregurtha into northern Michigan's Soo Locks slowly, slowly like a driver inching a monster truck into a crowded mall parking space. Built by American Ship Building Company at Lorain, Ohio, in 1981, this vessel was first named William J. DeLancey. She has an elevator and quite luxurious guest accommodations. Michigan Republicans gather at the Nuthouse before picking party chair. [4], During the afternoon of September 20, 2014, she was involved in an incident in Duluth, Minnesota, when she ran aground just off the Bayfront Festival Park in the Duluth Harbor Basin, just west of the Aerial Lift Bridge. Eric will be posting @ericseals on Twitter and Instagram.They'll be using the hashtag: #FreighterLife. As Vice President of Marketing and Marine Traffic, Brendan leads and manages customer relations, contract administration and revenue for the fleet. After 42 years on the Great Lakes, Captain Robert Thibaudeau, or \"Captain Bob\" as we all call him, Captain of the Paul R Tregurtha from the Interlake Steamship Company, made his final transit down the St Clair River at Port Huron and beyond to St Clair where he spun the ship around one last time, docked at DTE Energy and then packed up and called it a careerI have had the pleasure of knowing Captain since 2016 as a result of my Photography and he was gracious enough to agree to do an Interview with me before he ended his career. The Interlake Steamship Company was given a contract in 1979 by its customer Republic Steel, to transport iron ore from Lake Superior ports to their steel mill at Indiana Harbor, or to their transshipment terminal at Lorain.[1]. Mark is a strong leader with a clear voice on industry issues at the state and national level. It's a lifestyle. Brendan also holds an MBA from the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University. 0000002601 00000 n Chrissy Kadleck is with Interlake Steamship, the owner of the Tregurtha, "She can hold up to 70,000 tons in one trip which over a season adds up to millions and millions of tons of cargo. She is the reigning "Queen of the Lakes", a title she has held since she entered service in 1981. This week, take a ride with freep.com on a real Great Lakes freighter. The guests have a private area on the ship that you might not expect to see on a freighter. "I have talked to people who have been on this trip and I guess it's like anything else, until you actually experience it, it's unbelievable.". The chef makes three gourmet meals that would be found in a five star restaurant. 0000004316 00000 n Jan A.A. van Lier, president of the firm's ocean bulk transport. These things also affect a captain's sleep. De Lancey, she was the last of the thirteen "thousand footers" to enter service on the Great Lakes, and was also the last Great Lakes vessel built at the American Ship Building Company yard in Lorain, Ohio. He also thinks the work in the Great Lakes shipping industry is well worth it. Paul R. Tregurtha, born 1935, was the Vice Chairman of Interlake Steamship Company's Board. Contact Jim Schaefer: 313-223-4542 or jschaefer@freepress.com. In addition to his license, Phil holds many certifications including hazardous materials management and fire-fighting training. There are a few incredible raffle prizes, including $10,000 in cash. Congratulations, Captain Bob, on a new chapter. Follow Jim Schaefer on Twitter at@DetroitReporter and on Facebook at facebook.com/jimschaef . Paul R. Tregurtha, president and chief o p e r a t i n g officer of Moore McCormack Resources, Inc., has announced that Capt. The Paul R. Tregurtha is one of the most popular vessels on the Great Lakes. 0:32. We've been having guys scrape the sides of the ships, and it seems to be making quite a difference. US Coast Guard Documentation and Licensing. She holds a number of cargo records:[1], On termination of the Republic Steel contract, on May 23, 1990, she was rechristened MV Paul R. Tregurtha at Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, named in honor of the Vice Chairman of Interlake Steamship Co. On May 3, 2002, her only captain died in his cabin, Captain Mitch Hallin, aged 55. The Paul R. Tregurtha is the crown jewel of her fleet, and she makes a lot of trips through our area. Bob Thibaudeau of the Paul R. Tregurtha freighter takes the largest freighter on the Great Lakes (at 1,013 feet long) through the Soo Locks in Sault Ste. And they are proud of their ability to succeed. Marie. He is also Vice Chairman of Moran Towing Corp. and Mormac Marine Group, Inc. and Chairman of SeaStreak, LLC. Mr. Barker received a B.A. Mr. Barker has served on various Boards of Directors, including the boards of GTE (1976-2000), Verizon (2000-2007) and Brinks (2000-2007). After Free Press journalists disembark his boat this weekend, Thibaudeau is due a long vacation. Fax: 440-260-6945. The Interlake Steamship Co., which owns nine working vessels on the lakes, employs 23 people aboard the Tregurtha. Prior to joining Interlake, he sailed aboard numerous vessels in the Great Lakes, Gulf of Mexico and trans-Atlantic trades. Before taking the helm as Interlakes President in April 2007, Mark held various appointments of ascending leadership moving from Fleet Engineer to Vice President and Treasurer. In 1990, she was renamed Paul R. Tregurtha in honor of Interlakes Vice Chairman of the Board. Make a mistake and you "scrape the paint," as ship-watchers say. They're meeting and learning about the crew, the captain, the jobs they do, the sights they see and even the food they eat aboard the 1,013-foot ship, which is longer than the Renaissance Center's cylindrical tower is tall. [1], She was the subject of a television program in the first season of Discovery Channel Canada's series Mighty Ships. Poker games aren't as common, and neither is reading a good book. She arrived back in Lorain on May 16, 1981. The Kempfs won the trip in an auction benefiting the March of Dimes this past winter. Following graduation from Massachusetts Maritime, Brendan utilized his United States Coast Guard license, spending several years aboard U.S.-flag vessels before transitioning shoreside and joining Mormac Marine Group, Inc.s marine division and shortly thereafter the Interlake Steamship Company team in 1996. This move not only was made in the dark, but in reverse for more than four miles while lightning flashed and the wind whipsawed. 909 has a total length of 1,013 feet (309m). Thanks for the double salute when you arrived yesterday, both the Captain's Salute and the Master Salute--and lots of cheers from the onlookers when the Canal Park Museum narrator told them you were retiring. Operations [ edit] MV William J. There are 36 cargo hold hatches on the Tregurtha, and the iron lids weigh more than a ton. One deckhand last week said he'd had just three off days since March, and that was to get a broken tooth fixed. The Luck of the Lakes raffle is a fundraiser for the National Museum of the Great Lakes in Toledo. at 1,010 feet long, she's bigger than three football fields laid end to end. Wi-Fi keeps them in touch except for dead zones in the middle of the lakes that can lose a signal for most of a day. At the Soo, it doesn't get any tighter than this. The boat runs 10 months out of the year, often going deep into January, as ice conditions allow. Or worse. That program recounts how in 2008, while leaving Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, MV Paul R. Tregurtha got stuck in ice and cracked steel plating on the port side of her bow, causing ballast tank water to leak out. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. If they start bobbing too much, he knows he will have to replace the bearings soon. We often carry passengers and guests, so we like to step our menu up a notch a lot. UTC. Fair winds and following seas Grammie Pat, Roberts, Wisconsin, Have a safe trip captin bob of MV paul r thergertha have a nice shipping seasen bye captin bob!!!. That money allows us to fulfill our mission of making known the important history of the Great Lakes.". she's been hibernating in sturgeon bay, wisconsin. Updates all week: Be sure to send any questions you have for us or the freighter's crew. It is certainly a team sport out here. The completed hull No. For many on the crew of the Paul R. Tregurtha it had been a long and difficult week and the reality of life without Captain Hallin was slowly beginning to sink in. "I've been gone from my family for a long time," he said. Since assuming the leadership role of Chief Financial Officer in the fall of 2014, Bill has brought his extensive financial acumen to The Interlake Steamship Company. Track current position of PAUL R TREGURTHA on Live Map and find its IMO, MMSI, Call Sign, 7729057,366904940. Burgett and his wife, Lynn, boarded the 1,000-footer Tuesday in St. Clair with friends Bob and Linda Kempf,Janet Knust and Rick Sheffield. Prior to his current position with Interlake, Bill was a Senior Director and Business Unit Controller at Cliffs Natural Resources, an international mining and minerals focused company. Don't miss the boat! Paul R Tregurtha Downbound Lake Huron to Blue Water Bridge while Captain Dayton explains late fall and winter transits on Lake Superior Prior to the purchase of Interlake, Mr. Barker was Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Moore McCormack Resources, a position he held since joining the company in 1971. How much do Great Lakes freighter captains make? The Tregurtha, which can haul 70,000 tons of coal, is a floating business, and customers like DTE Energy want the boat to make haste. 0000000576 00000 n De Lancey departed Lorain on her maiden voyage on May 10, 1981, sailing in ballast to Silver Bay, Minnesota, to load 55,944 long tons (56,842 t) of iron ore pellets. Paul R. Tregurtha, president and chief o p e r a t i n g officer of Moore McCormack Resources, Inc., has announced that Capt. He also served three years in the U.S. Air Force. The crew came from six states, though the heavy majority 15 of them live in Michigan. PAUL R TREGURTHA Royal Blast (2021) Creator (s) Sharon Miller Jo Jordan Voice Actors UK Voice Actor Matt Wilkinson (2010-2012) US Voice Actor Tom Kenny (2010-2012) Overview Name Paul R. Tregurtha Nicknames The Logging Freighters (along with US Brig Niagara) Gender Male Country Misty Island England (formerly) United States (built) Affiliation It's truly a mountain of coal. "I wanted to be a captain," he says. He is the Chairman of Lake Carriers Association Fleet Engineers Committee. As we entered the western basin of Lake Erie, there was algae in the water Captain Johnson says the algae causes problems for more than just our drinking water, "It creates quite a drag. United States of America. Wishing Captain Dayton all the best in his retirement. "Back where I live, you either work on a dairy farm or cut down trees for a living. 0000005509 00000 n . In open water, there's an autopilot, but someone always has to be on watch. Once you start unloading, the ship will rise so we have to counter balance it with ballast to keep the draft straight and keep the boat from bending too much. Phil Moore is Vice President of Engineering at The Interlake Steamship Company, the largest privately held shipping company on the Great Lakes. %PDF-1.3 % He praised his crew members, who can be on ships for months at a time. Framing beneath the plating was also bent and cracked. I'll be coming up to them on the gang way with a walker until you tell me I can't do it anymore.". She also has a dog. One reason is that he thinks they made the right choice. The nonprofit will start selling raffletickets for its trip in November, according to its website. William M. Thornton is Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of The Interlake Steamship Company, the largest privately held shipping company on the Great Lakes. The others live in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Washington, Florida and Massachusetts. Clair Power Plant at Recors Point, East China, Michigan. [1] In 1990 she received her current name. Related: Life on a Great Lakes freighter: All hands well fed, Related: Follow Freep aboard a Great Lakes freighter. Charming Craftsman-style house in northwest Detroit listed at $430,000. Hawsepipers can eventually also be licensed if they take the necessary tests, which allows for promotions. His other responsibilities as captain include managing the crew of 23, planning out schedules, projects and maintenance, and sometimes acting as sheriff and counselor, de-escalating any on-board issues. Now in his 41st season sailing with Interlake, Captain Bob stands at the helm of the longest vessel to ever sail the Great Lakes. Meet Captain Bob Thibaudeau, Master of our M/V Paul R. Tregurtha and senior most captain in the Interlake fleet. He has twin stepsons, who also work on Great Lakes freighters. Tonight we take you on board and introduce you to the men and women who keep the big ship on course. Of course they have a couple months off in the winter. MV William J. 0000006993 00000 n 67 0 obj <> endobj Catch up with their adventures here. Plus, grease. after dropping off a load of coal. There's a way for you to win a ride on board a Great Lakes freighter. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. But being out on the lakes isn't as lonely as it used to be. Real Estate. The men and women can work 60 days on and then have 30 days off. After sailing with Interlake Steamship Company for over 40 years, Captain Bob Thibaudeau commands the Queen of the Lakes, the 1,013 foot long PAUL R. TREGURTHA, one last time down the St. Clair River for the DTE/St. He also served on the Business Advisory Committee of the Transportation Center at Northwestern University, on the Board of Visitors of Columbia College, and was a member of the Board of Directors of the Harvard Business School from 1982 to 1992. She started as a temporary cook, and years later she's still sailing, "My kids were all grown, and I was working on Mackinaw Island and I would see the freighters go by. "You try to get there as safely and as fast as you can," he said. It is a complex process.". Have a great retirement Captain Bob. He received a bachelors degree in mechanical engineering from Cornell University and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School. 0000001202 00000 n Follow her on Twitter @lvshepard. These are folks who win charity raffles and auctions or talk their way on board to chronicle freighter life. 0000006958 00000 n The money will be used for things including educational programs, research and the museum. There are two paths to advance in the ranks, by graduating from a maritime academy or "climbing up through the hawsepipe." Tickets are still available. In 2015, Tom was recognized and honored by Crains Cleveland Business as one of the outstanding legal minds in Northeast Ohio. A slight man with a scruffy beard, he may be the filthiest crew member aboard the 1,013-foot Paul R.. [2], At around 3 a.m. on August 15, 2012, as she was proceeding downbound with 62,000 tons of coal, the bow of MV Paul R. Tregurtha grounded in the outbound channel of St. Marys River, just north of the Neebish Island ferry crossing, near Sault Ste. Of the 13 "footers" on the Great Lakes a nickname for the 1,000-foot boats the Paul R. Tregurtha is the longest. "It does suck not being there for all the good times," said the man they call El Dirty. We're just like a big family on a boat.". On Sunday morning, Perkins was up early as the boat nestled against the dock at a power plant in East China Township to dump half its load of coal for DTE; the other half goes to Monroe today. Perkins, 33, comes from the tiny town of Hillman in Michigan's northeastern lower peninsula. That's when you earn your money in the winter time. Captain Johnson says life on the lakes is not for everyone, but most of the people on board the PRT have been sailing for a long time, "Everybody has a vital role whether you are a deckhand, an engineer, cook,mates, we're a big team. 13abc's Lissa Guyton and videographer Todd Gaertner had a rare opportunity to go along for the ride as the ship unloaded coal in the Detroit area and Monroe. At 1,013.5-feet, she is considered the Queen of the Lakes. Type: Cargo IMO: 5385625. Follow him on Twitter: @DetroitReporter. In November 2016, he assumed his current management role. They'll be using the hashtag: #FreighterLife. Perkins descended ladders into the belly of the ship, below the massive cargo hold, to monitor a conveyor belt as it unloaded about 34,000 tons. [1], In winter 2004, she was asked to transport a reserve of coal to Algoma Steel in Sault Ste. Whether I was covered in cow (poop) or covered in grease working on tractors I've grown up just being dirty. MV Paul R. Tregurtha is a Great Lakes-based bulk carrier freighter. Our travels took us by beautiful waterfront homes, through downtown Detroit. Before coming to Interlake, Phil utilized his United States Coast Guard issued license, holding chief engineer positions with Andrie Inc., Grand River Navigation, and Great Lakes Towing. De Lancey, named in honor of Republic Steel's chairman who participated in the launch. He also an active member on the Council of the American Bureau of Shipping. [5], Last edited on 18 December 2022, at 12:01, "1,000-foot coal freighter stuck in St. Marys River", "Salvage Experts Refloat Grounded Vessel in St. Marys River", "1,000-foot Laker Stuck near Bayfront Park", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=MV_Paul_R._Tregurtha&oldid=1128108016, August 7, 1982: 63,007 long tons (64,018t) load at. Hawsepipers on the Tregurtha, like Perkins, said they get as much respect as the school-licensed sailors. Main: 440-260-6900 A week earlier, on May 3, 2002, Captain Mitch Hallin passed away on board his command, the M/V Paul R. Tregurtha. Since joining forces with James R. Barker to purchase and reinvigorate The Interlake Steamship Company in 1987, Mr. Tregurtha has actively served as Vice Chairman. This is the final trip for Captain Bob Thibaudeau, senior-most captain in his 42nd season sailing with Interlake. Paul R Tregurtha, Moran Towing Corp: Profile and Biography - Bloomberg Markets Subscribe Live Now Bloomberg TV+ Business of Sports: Why the Philadelphia Eagles Win with Unpopular. Reporter Jim Schaefer and photographer Eric Seals are sailing this week aboard the Paul R. Tregurtha, the longest ship on the Great Lakes. ", Kadleck says it would take 700 train cars or 2,800 trucks to move the same amount the Tregurtha carries in a single trip. A backup is necessary there because the channel is too narrow for the Tregurtha to turn. 0000002884 00000 n Built for approximately $60 million, she became a flagship for the Interlake fleet. AUTOS. Bob Thibaudeau early Wednesday morning eased the Paul R. Tregurtha into northern Michigan's Soo Locks slowly, slowly like a driver inching a monster truck into a crowded mall. For dessert, there's a cake called chocolate insanity. Mates substitute in around the clock and often pilot the ship, but they call him when needed. 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