Reina del Mar was a liner which was built by Harland & Wolff in 1955 for Pacific Steam Navigation Company (PSNC).[1] It operated as a passenger liner from the United Kingdom to the western coast of South America until the early 1960s. The Reina del Mar was then a cruise liner that operated out of Southampton during the summer months and out of South Africa during the winter months. It was scrapped in 1975.
Description
Reina del Mar was 601 ft long, with a beam of 78 ft, and measured. She was propelled by steam turbines, driving twin-screws, which could propel the ship at 18 kn.
History
Passenger liner
Launched on 7 June 1955, it offered modern amenities, like private plumbing in passenger cabins and air-conditioning throughout the ship. It was designed to carry freight and passengers, with first, cabin and tourist class accommodations.[2]