Hikawa Maru
During the two world wars Union Bay made a significant contribution in supplying fuel for allied freighters. Throughout the decades, the port was known for its warmth and hospitality. Blue Funnel Line steamers regularly called to replenish their coal. The final sailing ship to call and load coal was the "Pamir" in 1946. The final freighter was the M.S. "Hikawa Maru" in 1951, but coal barges continued calling during that decade.