RS 103 DAGFINN PAUST rescue boat

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The Rescue boat RS 103 DAGFINN PAUST was built under yard No 192 by Brødrene Aa A/S, Hyen, Norway for the NSSR (Norwegian Society for Sea Rescue).
01 December 1987 laid down as one of the Skomvaer (III) Class.
05 May 1988 launched as the DAGFINN PAUST named after Dagfinn Paust (1881 – 1963) who held the position as President of NSSR (Norwegian Society for Sea Rescue) for 16 years from 1931 to 1947. During his Presidency the rescue vessels converted from only sails to engine. For his work Dagfinn Paust was honored by rescue boat RS 103 DAGFINN PAUST carrying his name.
Tonnage 52 ton, dim. 19.61 x 5.70 x 3.00m. (maximum draught).
Powered by 2 MAN D2842LE413 diesel engines, each 1,000 hp, speed 25 knots.
Crew 3 men and 15 seats for rescued persons.
01 May 1988 delivered to owners, Homeport Oslo.
She is stationed in Andeness, Lofoten Islands, Norway
2020 In service.

Source: DNV Ship Registry and internet.
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