Moshulu

Moshulu

The ‘Moshulu’ is of the 1938 spire type and specially built for the French canals. Of the many spires that sailed around, some are still in operation. The “Moshulu” retired in 2022, after nearly 85 years of faithful service. This beautiful...
Pauline Elizabeth

Pauline Elizabeth

Rotterdam April 24, 2016 D.J. Hoogstad: Out of love for sailing heritage and flatboat sailing, I completely restored the ship about 20 years ago to the oldest image I had of the ship. Research through the archives of the “Schuttevaer” (I knew the place and...
Harmony – Motor freighter

Harmony – Motor freighter

Originally, this freighter sailed at sea. In WWII, it was requisitioned by the Germans and converted into a police boat. After the war, it was used for inland navigation. Back in navigation after the war and lengthened by 10 meters.  
Hannie – Tugboat

Hannie – Tugboat

Built as a steam tug, the ‘Hannie’ was used to tow ships up the rivers. The owners are very proud of this piece of history!