Svitzer strengthens towage in the Humber

Following the end of a charter period for Innovation, Svitzer purchased the RSD tug and renamed it Svitzer Eleanor. This 2018-built vessel will join fellow tugs in service in Immingham, including Svitzer Josephine, Svitzer Kathleen and Svitzer Laura.

Innovation was one of Damen’s first RSD tugs and International Tug & Salvage attended its sea trials and demonstration in Southampton, UK after its completion in 2018.

Adding Svitzer Eleanor demonstrates Svitzer Europe’s continuous fleet renewal programme in the UK and further strengthens its services in the Humber hub.

“Svitzer Eleanor will play a crucial role in further enhancing our operational capability in northern England and will help us to solidify our position as the leading towage services provider in the Humber for the long term,” said Svitzer Europe northern UK cluster managing director Ita Dickson.

“The acquisition of this tug is proof of our commitment to the region,” she said.