Sanmar Shipyards has delivered two advanced new-build tugboats to SAAM Towage, the largest tug and towage operator in the Americas, further strengthening the long-standing relationship between the two companies.The two IMO Tier
Sanmar Shipyards has delivered two advanced new-build tugboats to SAAM Towage, the largest tug and towage operator in the Americas, further strengthening the long-standing relationship between the two companies.
The two IMO Tier Ill-compliant vessels were recently handed over to SAAM Towage representatives at Sanmar Shipyards' Altinova facilities in Türkiye following the successful completion of sea trials. Renamed SAAM CARANCHO and SAAM KANAN, the tugboats will be deployed in Chile and Mexico respectively.
With these latest deliveries, the number of Sanmar-built tugboats operating within the SAAM Towage fleet has increased to 15.
SAAM CARANCHO is a Bigaçay Class escort tug based on the exclusive RAstar 2900SX design developed for Sanmar by internationally renowned Canadian naval architects Robert Allan Ltd. Capable of delivering 80 tonnes of bollard pull and achieving a free-running speed of 12 knots, the vessel has been specifically designed for demanding escort operations in exposed waters where superior seakeeping capabilities are essential. Powered by twin CAT 3516E main engines, each producing 2,350 kW, the tug is also equipped with FiFi 1 firefighting capability.
SAAM KANAN is a Bogaçay Class tug based on the proven RAmparts 2400SX-MKIl design by Robert Allan Ltd. Also powered by twin CAT 3516E main
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