Sister of the Gaelic she was launched on 14th January 1873 and commenced her maiden voyage to Valparaiso on 16th April. On 17th December she made White Star's last steam sailing on the South American route although the sailing ships continued to trade to that continent.

 

In 1883 she was sold to Cia de Nav. 'La Flecha' of Bilbao who changed her name to Goefredo. On 27th January 1884 she went aground outside Santiago de Cuba and was dispatched to Liverpool for repairs. However, on 26th February 1884 during a voyage to Havana she was wrecked on Burbo Bank at the mouth of the River Mersey.

 

Belgic SS 1716 1873 TS p.46 Australian National Maritime Museum Library - Ships picture index