New OST 30 Tug Order for Caraibes Remorquage
Piriou has recorded a new order for an OST 30 of its tug range dedicated to towage. As the operator of Pointe-à-Pitre harbour in Guadeloupe, Caraibes Remorquage confirmed the construction of a 30.30m tug with 55t bollard pull and azimuth stern propeller. Built in Vietnam, its delivery is scheduled in Q1-2018.
The OST 30 is a versatile tug designed for towing and push-pull harbour assistance as well as for high sea towing operations. Featuring a 30.30m length, it can also provide assistance to vessels approaching access channels.
This tug is equipped with two azimuth stern drive propellers. These propellers are driven by two high speed marine diesel engines. On the bridge, the ergonomics of the control room allows the captain to perform all driving and manoeuvring tasks by himself thanks to excellent visibility over the working area and the environment.
In order to answer specific operating conditions, the tug features:
- a pneumatic starter system in order to limit the number of batteries on board;
- gasoil and fresh water systems for ship supply;
- fire-fighting equipment with separate motorisation;
- a towing hook for high sea towing;
- fenders adapted to push low freeboard barges;
- an indirect refrigeration system involving all the vessel equipment with box coolers adapted to tropical conditions and no seawater circulation.
The tug is designed to carry out every three years fairing with special anti-fouling and ICAF system. Accommodation is compliant with the latest ILO 2006 standards and special care was taken to sound insulation and air conditioning.