Posted on 6/1/2023
Damen Shipyards Group has unveiled the latest vessel in its Compact Tugs product platform. The ASD Tug 2111 joins the ASD Tug 2312 in the innovative range, combining proven technology with innovation to advance safety, sustainability, reliability, and efficiency, Damen officials said.
Siebe Cieraad, Damen product portfolio manager explained the thinking behind this series of tugs.
“As sea-going ships continue to increase in size, new challenges are arising in ports,” he said. “Tugs are required to operate – safely – with less space, at the same time needing increased power to perform. This 21 meter (68.8') harbor tug with 50 ton bollard pull is there...