SCHOTTEL mentioned it’ll equip 4 new 1810-series ASD inventory tugs from the Dutch Damen Group with the SCHOTTEL RudderPropeller sort SRP 270. The new multipurpose tugs may have a bollard pull of 30 tonnes every and guarantee wonderful maneuverability with a compact measurement of simply 18.25 meters in size and a beam of 10.23 meters.
The energy score of the SRP 270 quantities to 1,000 kilowatts per unit, with a propeller diameter of 1.9 meters. Each tug will probably be outfitted with two models. SCHOTTEL DuroVario LS slipping clutches will enable for clean acceleration and improved dealing with of the thrusters. If wanted, the slipping clutches will be upgraded to assist firefighting functionality.
“Damen has designed the 1810 series with a specific focus on sustainability. In addition to ensuring low noise emissions and vibrations, the 1810 design features an electric power generation system which eliminates the need for a third diesel generator to provide power while the vessel is sailing. This further reduces fuel consumption and improves the tug’s sustainability performance,” explains Siebe Cieraad, Product Portfolio Manager Tugs at Damen.
The new tugs will probably be pre-produced for later sale at Damen Shipyards Changde in China, with the primary one being accomplished in the middle of 2024. The vessels will be optionally fitted with a firefighting and crane system, amongst different tools.
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