Spanish tug operator orders locally built multi-purpose harbour tug

Amare Marín, which operates in the Port of Marín and Ría de Pontevedra, has ordered a multi-purpose harbour tug from Nodosa Shipyards, with at least 50 tonnes bollard pull, and to be equipped for towing at height.

Cristina A will be classified by RINA to C ✠ HULL ⚫ MACH, TUG, Fire Fighting Ship – 1, water-spraying; unrestricted navigation notation. She will fly the Spanish flag and be included in SOLAS Group III, Class T.

"Modern and different, with a functional architecture for the activity that will be carried out, it will be equipped with the latest technology," said Nodosa.

"It will have maximum maneuverability, as it will have two lines of axles with azimuth thrusters and a thruster in the bow to facilitate operability in restricted areas.

"With a very clear deck and a crane appropriate for the purposes entrusted to it, winches and towing elements in accordance with its tasks, it will have the FiFi 1 category firefighting system and a 'water spray' type self-protection system."