The Joffre was built in 1916 by Ardrossan Dry Dock & Shipbuilding Co. She was owned throughout her career by Lawson-Batey Tugs Ltd. of Newcastle-on-Tyne, England. Specifically built for the coastal towing business, her gross tonnage was 260T, with an engine power of 1,140ihp, this was quite a high power for the ships of her day. Fitted with two sets of towing hooks, an unusual feature for tugs of her size, the aft one was used for towing lighters on the River Tyne.

Material: It was built with the wrapped up style by using lime tree and mahogany.

Duration of building: I have finished in 5 months by working approximately 1-2 hours a day.

Size: The real length of the boat is 37 metres (115 feet) and the widht is 8.5 metres (26 feet).

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