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NameNew Belgica
NamesakeBelgica
OwnerVZW New Belgica
BuilderDe Steenschuit, Boom (main contractor)
Laid down9 September 2007
StatusUnder construction
General characteristics
Class and typeBarque

New Belgica is a modern replica of the Belgian polar research barque-rigged steamship Belgica which is currently under construction.

Description

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New Belgica will be a replica of the original Belgica used on the Belgian Antarctic Expedition of 1897-1907. Some modifications will be made to ensure that the ship conforms to modern safety regulations.

New Belgica project

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The VZW New Belgica organisation was founded in (year).

Construction

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The keel of New Belgica was laid on 9 September 2007 at De Steenschuit's shipyard in Boom, Antwerp.[1]

History

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References

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  1. ^ "New Belgica Project". VZW New Belgica. Retrieved 6 October 2010.

Category:Barques Category:Merchant ships of Belgium Category:2016 ships