Sanmar Shipyards is delivering a brand new tug for Targe Towing in Scotland. Known as BIGAÇAY Xl whereas beneath development, the tug was renamed Camperdown by its new house owners, and was on its method to its new dwelling port of Aberdeen.
Camperdown is predicated on the exclusive-to-Sanmar RAstar 2900SX from Robert Allan Ltd., primarily supposed for demanding escort operations in uncovered areas.
Measuring 29.4 x 13.3m with a 5.5m molded depth and 5.75m design draft, the tug can obtain a minimal of 85 tonnes of bollard pull forward and astern. Its escort towing and seakeeping efficiency is considerably enhanced by its distinctive sponsored hull type.
Camperdown, which has FiFi 1 fire-fighting functionality, can obtain a free operating velocity of 13 knots, has each a ahead and aft winch and lodging for a crew of eight. In addition, the tug is provided with dispersant and spraying system.