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Hovercraft Air Cushion Vehicle

General information

• Vessel Name: 2017-01, former CCGS Penac
• Vessel Type: Air Cushion Vehicle
• Certification: High speed craft, non-safety convention
• Official Number: 820572
• Port of Registry: Ottawa
• Builder: British Hovercraft Corp., Cowes England, UK
• Build Material: Aluminum
• Year in Service: 1984
• The vessel was taken out of service in the Spring of 2017 and is in a lay-up condition on land at the Canadian Coast Guard Station, Sea Island, British Columbia.

Vessel Certificate

• Transport Canada Safety Certificate for High Speed Craft: Expired September 2020

Physical Dimensions and Statistics

• Length: 25.4m
• Breadth: 11.2m
• Draft: Not Applicable
• Freeboard: Not Applicable
• Gross Tonnage: Not Applicable
• Net Tonnage: 45.6 t (Tons)
• Cruising Range: 200 nm (Nautical Miles)
• Endurance: 1 d (Days)
• Cruising Speed: 35.0 kts (Knots)
• Maximum Speed: 45.0 kts (Knots)

Propulsion and Steering

• Main propulsion engines: Two (2) x MTU 183
• Lift engines Two (2) x Deutz 513
• Propellers: Two (2) x four bladed controllable pitch - Hoffman
• Propeller
• Bow thrusters: Yes
• Generators: One (1) x Lister Petter

Navigation and Communication Equipment

• Engine controls: ZF
• GPS Navigation system: One (1) MX420
• Autopilot Navigation system: One (1) Com Nav
• Radars: One (1) Sperry Marine Bridgemaster E - X Band
• ALS GPS: One (1) x SAAB R4 (AIS)
• VHF DF: (1) x OAR Cubic DF4400
• Depth Sounders: (1) x Lowrance P2330
• There have been significant removals of navigation & communication equipment
  • for further details, please refer to the condition survey.

Life Saving and Firefighting Equipment

• Thirteen (13) FM 200 Smothering Systems for key areas
• Fire point nozzle piercing points
• Fire Alarm Bells
• Pull Stations
• Fire Detection System (Notifier)

Living Spaces and Accomodations

• Complement 7
• Available berths 0

Spare Equipment/Parts

• Two (2) containers of miscellaneous spare parts are included in the sale; a full inventory list is not available
• Spare skirt tubes
• Used M.T.U. diesel engine
• Unused Deutz diesel engine
• Two (2) May pick up thermostats
• Water pump
• Fuel stop solenoid
• Various fuel senders and valves
• Bow thruster amplifiers motors
• Various alarms
• Actuator
• Turbo stack
• Various electronic components
• Various breakers
• Various wiper motor and parts
• Filters
• Belts
• Radiator hose
• Strainers
• Various fire system parts
• Fuel lines
• APU breaker
• Six (6) camshaft bushing
• Various tools
• Air filters
• Gauges
• Lights and bulbs
• Water pump
• Toilet pump
• Hatch and door spare parts
• 1Litre M6 hydraulic Tandem pump
• Oil pressure switch
• Hour meter
• Fuel gauge
• Head gasket x 25
• Tacho switch
• Oil separator x 2
• Pressure generator x 3
• Compression test adaptor
• Injector hose return line
• Gaskets and bolts
• Injector impact extractor x 2
• Cylinder head and bolts
• Various Deutz parts
• Gaskets
• Studs
• Washers
• Various 'O' rings
• Stop solenoid parts
• Various seals

Note: Condition survey report may contain items that are not included in the sale.


Note: Any item of US origin if exported are subject to U.S. Controls On The Export And Re-export Of U.S. Origin Goods & Technology.


Not Included in the Sale

• Security devices, if any, temporarily fitted aboard for the lay up are not included in the sale and will be removed preceding the sale of the vessel and acceptance by the purchaser. These items will be clearly identified to all potential purchasers.
• Inventory lists may reference items that are no longer on board the vessel.

Reports and Documents

• General Arrangement (GA) diagrams
• Condition Survey Report
• Environmental Disclosure Report
• Transport Canada Division 3 report
• Asbestos Survey Report
• The vessel was purchased from Hoverwork Limited in 2004 under the previous name of 'LIV VIKING'. Hoverwork has provided a written confirmation that the vessel does not contain any sources of asbestos or PCB's.
• To obtain copies of these documents, please contact:
  • Name: Nancy Fung
  • Telephone: 604-607-4204
  • Email: nancy.fung@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca

Viewings

• By appointment only and must be booked in advance by contacting:
  • Name: Shawn Burchett
  • Telephone: 604-345-0720
  • Email: shawn.burchett@dfo-mpo.gc.ca
• Viewings are only available between 10:00am to 3:00pm, Monday to Thursday.

Special Instructions During the COVID-19 Pandemic

1. GCSurplus is not accepting payments at sales centers at this time. We are only accepting online payments through our website (no in person payment).

Mandatory Vessel Registration with Transport Canada

1. The vessel will be registered under the purchaser's name and address that appears on the bill of sale. If this is a company purchase, either add the company name to the existing account (click on My Registration) prior to placing a bid or register your company with GCSurplus and place the bid using your company's account.
2. Purchaser's name and address are captured from GCSurplus "Registration" information, and Bidders are responsible for ensuring that registration information is accurate. Any amendments to registration must be made prior to placing a bid, as registration information cannot be edited with sales pending.
3. In order to complete the vessel registration:
   • The Purchaser must, within 10 days of receiving the GCSurplus Bill of Sale, properly complete and return to the Vessel Registration Office the following:
     • TC Form 3 - Statement of Qualification for Vessel Registration;
     • TC Form 14 - Appointment of Authorized Representative, if necessary;
     • Other documentation requested by the Vessel Registration Office.
     • Pay the appropriate fees.
4. GCSurplus will, within 5 - 10 business days of issuing the GCSurplus Bill of Sale to the Purchaser, issue a Transport Canada (TC) Bill of Sale. The original TC Bill of Sale is forwarded to the Vessel Registration Office and a copy also sent to the Purchaser. The Vessel Registration is located at the address mentioned below.
   • Transport Canada Marine Safety (AMSED)
   • Vessel Registration Office
   • Tower C, Place de Ville
   • 330 Sparks Street, 10th Floor
   • Ottawa, ON
   • K1A 0N8
   • Email: vr-ib@tc.gc.ca

Please Note:

1. To avoid unnecessary delays in the registration process the Purchaser must, upon receiving the electronic GCSurplus Bill of Sale, contact Vessel Registration Office at VR-IB@tc.gc.ca or by phone at 1-877-242-8770, with regards to the classification of the vessel.
   • Information on obtaining a Certificate of Registry and copies of the forms that must be completed are available at: http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/marinesafety/oep-vesselreg-registration-menu-2311.htm
2. The Purchaser must take possession of the vessel within 30 calendar days after the Certificate of Registry is issued from the Vessel Registration Office or 60 calendar days after the date of award of sale to the Purchaser, whichever occurs first.
3. Failure to comply with these removal conditions constitutes a breach of contractual obligations pursuant to the General Terms and Conditions ("General Terms and Conditions of Agreement" section #5). Extensions are available only in exceptional circumstances and only with the written consent of Canadian Coast Guard (CCG).

Note :

1. For more information on Service Standards for Marine Safety, please visit the following website: http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/marinesafety/service-standards-group5-4110.htm#VesselRegistryServices
2. Should the Purchaser have any questions or concerns regarding vessel registration, please call the Transport Canada toll free number at 1-877-242-8770.

Inspection

1. Viewing and inspection is strongly recommended.
2. Viewings will be held by appointment only and must be booked in advance by contacting the Onsite CCG contact;
   • Name: Shawn Burchett
   • Telephone: 604-345-0720
   • Email: shawn.burchett@dfo-mpo.gc.ca
3. Any individual boarding the vessel must participate in a safety briefing, must wear steel toe boots, a safety vest, a hard hat and he/she must present government issued picture identification at time of viewing. He/she requires an escort on the CCG Sea Island base property.
4. The vessel is currently laid-up and is located at CCG Base Sea Island in Richmond, British Columbia.
5. Surveys, audits, GA diagrams, photographs, and other documents may reference items that are no longer on board the vessel, and inventory lists may not be exhaustive.
6. For technical information, please contact:
   • Name: Shawn Burchett
   • Telephone: 604-345-0720
   • Email: shawn.burchett@dfo-mpo.gc.ca

Transfer of Ownership

1. Ownership of the vessel transfers from Canada to the Purchaser once payment in full is made, and the Purchaser will forthwith be responsible for loss and damages to the vessel (including the duration of the mandatory registration process). It is recommended that the Purchaser purchase applicable insurances for this period.
2. The ownership, not possession of the vessel, will transfer from Canada to the Purchaser once payment for the vessel is made in full.

Loss or Damage

1. The Purchaser is responsible for any loss or damages to the Vessel from the time full payment is made to the time when ownership transfer is complete. It is recommended that the Purchaser purchase applicable insurances for this period.

Prior to Removal

1. Prior to removal, the Purchaser must produce a copy of the Certificate of Registry issued by Transport Canada. The client/GCSurplus will not release the ship without assurance from the Registrar that Transfer of Ownership has been recorded in the Register. Foreign buyers are responsible for deleting the ship from the Register.
2. Before the removal of the vessel the Purchaser must also show proof of marine insurance for the 2017-01 (former CCGS Penac).

Storage Fees

1. Storage fees at the location of the vessel shall be assumed by the Purchaser 30 calendar days after the Certificate of Registry is issued from the Chief Vessel Registration Office or 60 calendar days after the date of award of sale to the Purchaser, whichever occurs first. Storage fees are $750.00 Canadian Dollars per calendar day.

Taking Possession

1. The Purchaser must take possession of the vessel within 30 calendar days after the Certificate of Registry is issued from the Vessel Registration Office or 60 calendar days after the date of award of sale to the Purchaser, whichever occurs first. After the allotted removal time lapses, the Purchaser will pay the storage fee in full prior to the removal of the vessel to the client in the form of a certified cheque or bank draft made payable to the Receiver General for Canada.
2. The Purchaser requires: Steel toe boots, safety vest, hard hat, picture identification, a safety briefing and an escort on the Sea Island Coast Guard Base property.

Removal

1. The vessel is currently in a non-operational state with expired certificates.
2. The Purchaser is responsible for making all transportation arrangements and for all costs incurred.
3. For the removal, the new owner must use a towing company with a $5 Million Canadian Dollars liability policy and ensure a suitable size towing vessel (by water) or vehicle (by land) is used to tow 2017-01 (former CCGS Penac). Any damage to Government of Canada property during the towing operation is the sole responsibility of the Purchaser.
4. Copy of this insurance policy must be emailed to nancy.fung@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca.
5. Five (5) business days prior to removal of the 2017-01 (former CCGS Penac), the new owner must provide the representative for the Canadian Coast Guard with their proposed removal plan for review.
6. The Purchaser must either:
   1. Contract a company to restore the engines to a temporary operational state and seek a temporary permit / certificate to move it off the facility under its own power, or
   2. Contract a company to jack up the vessel, install the lifting eyes, load onto a trailer then load onto a barge to leave the facility. The vessel is too large for street transportation.