UK-based Solar Solve Marine has installed five Solasafe anti glare roller sunscreens in the wheelhouse of the Port of Tyne's new pilot boat, 'Collingwood'.
The new 16-metre aluminium pilot cutter is the first example in the UK of a mainstream aluminium pilot boat and was designed and built by Mustang Marine at Pembroke Dock in Wales.
Special features ensure a fast vessel with an excellent ability to manoeuvre at sea, which is vital for the role that pilot boats play in boarding and landing pilots in all weather conditions. Powered by Scania engines, the boat has a top speed at sea of 22 knots and will be Port of Tyne's preferred all weather vessel.
"The Port of Tyne's investment of over £750,000 (US$1.104 million) means that the vessel has been designed with strength and durability in mind and with a whole host of the latest and best ergonomically designed equipment for the crew's safety and comfort," said Ron Taylor, Solar Solve Marine's Production Manager.
"The installation of Solar Solve's Solasafe…completes the superior outfitting of this impressive vessel."
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