The Netherlands: Holland Shipyards Group Launches Tug Dutch Blue

Last week Holland Offshore, part of the Holland Shipyards Group, saw the launch of its 52,8 x 13,2 m tug Dutch Blue. With an expected delivery in the end of January, Holland Offshore will have a tug at its disposal that has some excellent qualities.

The tug is powered by 2 x Wartsilla 8L20 1600kW propulsion systems with 1000 rpm each. Dutch Blue has accommodation of 37 berths.

The Dutch Blue is expected to arrive in the Netherlands somewhere in April.

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World Maritime News Staff, December 8, 2011; Image: Holland Shipyards