MED MARINE LAUNCHES CUSTOM-BUILT MED-A2800 TUG FOR SVITZER

MED MARINE is excited to unveil the MED-A2800 series tugboat, crafted specifically for SVITZER at Eregli Shipyard. Launched on July 17, 2024, this cutting-edge vessel represents a leap forward in maritime innovation and engineering prowess.

RAstar 2800 series Escort Tug, spans 28.4 meters and delivers an impressive 80-ton bollard pull. Built for peak efficiency, this high-power, cost-effective tug is perfectly suited for handling tankers, bulk carriers, and containerships. Its robust construction and modern design ensure it performs reliably and efficiently, even in the most challenging conditions. Truly, the MED-A2800 is a top-tier performer in the world of maritime operations, embodying excellence and dedication to service.

Technical specifications of the tugboat:

Length: 28.4 m

Draft: 5.7 m

Depth: 5.3 m

Beam: 13.6 m

Gross Tonnage: <500

Bollard Pull: 80 tonnes

Speed: 12.5 knots

Crew: 8 persons

About Med Marine:

Med Marine is a leading Turkish shipbuilder and tugboat operator. The company employs Eregli Shipyard, one of the largest shipyards in Turkey based on some 180.000 sqm with more than 30.000 sqm indoor areas to build state-of-the-art tugboats, workboats, offshore vessels and coated/Stainless Steel (STST) IMO II type chemical/oil tankers, either for its own operations or clients around the world. Med Marine has an extensive selection of state-of-the-art tugboat design portfolio, and the shipyard is constantly being improved with advanced production standards by keeping up with latest health, safety and environmental regulations. Med Marine has successfully completed the construction and delivery of almost 200 projects, including tugboats, chemical/oil tankers, mooring and pilot boats. Eregli Shipyard, owned by Med Marine Group, has received certifications for “Shipyard Security Compliance” and “Shipyard Production Compliance” certificates to build naval ships for Turkish Military and NATO.

About Svitzer:

Svitzer is a leader in sustainable maritime services, providing mission-critical towage infrastructure. It has provided safety and support at sea since 1833. With 4,000 employees, a fleet of more than 430 vessels and operations all over the world, the Danish company is the global Market Leader within towage and marine related services.