Damen delivers ASD Tug 2813 to Con.Tug

Con.Tug, a joint venture between Scafi and TIL, ordered the Gioia Star from Damen in January this year. Though a standard model, Con.Tug has selected a number of options for its new vessel, including FiFi 1 firefighting capabilities as well oil recovery capability.

“The port of Gioia Tauro is a very important harbour for the Mediterranean region,” said Antonio Marte, Damen area manager. “Thanks to the recent important investment made in the container terminal, large 24000teu container ships can call at this port regularly. With this it is crucial to have a highly reliable and top performance tug, which ensures safe operations and, at the same time, maximum uptime of the terminals,” he added.

The 85 tonne bollard pull ASD 2813 features a smart layout with increased power on a compact vessel, thanks to the significant level of stability provided by the hull. The tugs have been retrofitted with a Damen modular NOX reduction system ensuring compliance with the coming IMO Tier III regulations.

The next generation tugs also have the capability to be digitally connected, enabling remote monitoring which enables preventive maintenance, more efficient sailing and lower fuel consumption.