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Sea Machines Robotics is set to implement their SM300 autonomous control-and-command system on what will become the first autonomous U.S.-Flag harbor tug. Made by Foss Maritime, the Rachael Allen tugboat has recently been constructed and will be unveiled by the end of this month. 1 photo
When it’s delivered, Rachael Allen will probably look like a regular harbor tug with a 90-ton bollard pull. But, what’s special about the Seattle-based company’s new boat is that it will feature an autonomous system, making it a premiere for the tug industry. It’s also a premiere for Sea Machines, who is installing the SM300 on a boat that’s over 5,000 hp, for the first time.
Damen to supply three ASD Tugs 3212 to Australia’s Engage Marine 10 May 2021 (Last Updated May 10th, 2021 09:54)
Damen Shipyards Group has secured a contract for the supply of three Azimuth Stern Drive (ASD) Tugs 3212 from Australian port operations provider Engage Marine.
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With nearly 85 tonnes of bollard pull, the ASD Tug 3212 will provide seakeeping services and improved manoeuvrability. Credit: MonikaP from Pixabay.
Damen will supply the tugs in the third quarter of this year.
Engage Marine will deploy the tugs to provide towage services for the Port of Abbot Point.
This comes after Engage Marine recently received a non-exclusive towage licence from North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation.
06 May 2021 (Last Updated May 6th, 2021 12:29)
Damen Yichang Shipyard in China has floated the 75m by 32m Crane Barge 7532, which is being built for a Panamanian client, into the water.
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After successful testing, the barge will be able to lift around 625t at 25m. Credit: Damen Shipyards Group.
The launch event was scheduled with the season, to guarantee the correct water depth needed for performing the launch successfully.
The shipyard will now make the final arrangements for the upcoming journey of the Crane Barge 7532 to the Chinese yard of Huisman, in Fujian Province.
Heavy construction equipment manufacturer Huisman is currently constructing the crane for the vessel.
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