New B.P. Freighter for Central Pacific Run

The new 3,000 tons Burns. Philp motorship “Tulagi” arrived in Sydney from Hong Kong, where she was built, on July 29, and left early in August on her maiden voyage through the Pacific to inaugurate a freight service between Australia and Mexico. Islands port of call in clude Lautoka and Suva (Fiji), Niuafoo and Nukualofa (Tonga). Fanning Island, and Wash ington Island. Having accommodation for 12 passengers, the “Tulagi” has been specially designed, with her single funnel aft to afford the utmost possible space for cargo (3,500 tons capacity) and its easy handling. Captain J. Thompson is in command.