Southern Ports’ new pilot boat Wardan has arrived in Bunbury, Western Australia, for native testing and trials forward of an official naming ceremony to be held early subsequent 12 months.
The boat, constructed by Hart Marine, combines top-tier know-how, security and luxury in a light-weight construction that renders the vessel proof against corrosion, guaranteeing longevity and resilience within the harshest of marine circumstances.
Southern Ports Chief Executive Officer Keith Wilks acknowledged the thrilling milestone for the Port of Bunbury’s fleet. “The arrival of Wardan into our port waters is a significant milestone for our marine team who will take the pilot boat through testing, trials and training in the port setting before it commences operations.
“The transfer of our marine pilots from a pilot boat to the visiting ships doesn’t always happen in smooth seas. It’s why a boat like Wardan, which is designed with a beak bow to provide a more stable platform for pilots to transfer, is a worthwhile investment.”
Hart Marine Managing Director Mal Hart mentioned that Wardan is a testomony to Hart Marine’s dedication to innovation, security and excellence in pilot vessel development.
Under command of Hart Marine, Wardan travelled 1,900 nautical miles by sea from Mornington in Melbourne to Bunbury final week.
The pilot boat bought its identify Wardan, that means sea water off Wardandi nation, after greater than 800 entries have been acquired right into a group naming competitors earlier this 12 months.
The official naming ceremony for Wardan will happen in February the place the eight winners of the naming competitors can even have the chance to experience on the pilot boat.
