The “Gennesaret” was recently lifted out onto the quay wall in Arklow and the existing main engine was removed and a new Doosan main engine installed, together with a new tailshaft, bearings and a four bladed propeller.
All pipework was renewed and a new exhaust system fitted. The vessel was relaunched on Friday 22nd February, 2013. Successful sea trials were carried out on Monday 25th February.
Arklow Marine Services is a family business run by the Tyrrell family, involved in boat building in Arklow since 1864. During this period, the art of shipbuilding has evolved through many phases, from traditional timber boat building to steel boat building and the latest material being aluminum, which is used in the building of high speed vessels.
[mappress] Press Release, February 27, 2013