Sanmar tests latest newbuild harbour tugboat for Ultratug

Chile-headquartered Ultratug will raise its towage and ship-handling capabilities in Mexico with a newbuild tug constructed by Sanmar Shipyards in Turkey.

Sanmar has completed a comprehensive programme of sea trials in Tuzla, Turkey, with this harbour tug, which was known as Bogacay LXXIX during its construction.

This 24.4-m vessel was built to Robert Allan Ltd’s RAmparts 2400SX-MKII design with a 12 m beam, 4.5 m depth and 5.5 m navigational draught.

With trials completed, this vessel will move into final delivery preparations before joining the Ultratug fleet, and sailing to Mexico, where it will be deployed at Lazaro Cardenas Port.

Sanmar said the design was tailored to meet the operational requirements of Ultratug, including the addition of a FiFi1 fire-fighting system and ship-towing winch and line on the forward deck.

“Completing these sea trials is a significant milestone in our partnership with Ultratug,” said Sanmar commercial director Ruchan Civgin. “We are confident it will provide reliable service while supporting Ultratug’s sustainability goals.”