The tug design has been modified to meet the unique demands of the US tug assist and escort market. The first four of a series of at least 10 tugs will be constructed at the Foss Rainier, Oreg, Shipyard, with delivery planned for 2019.
While Foss will build the tugs to supplement and enhance its fleet, tugs in this series will be available to other US tug operators.
“This partnership supports our shared goals,” said John Parrott, Foss President and CEO. “It means, we can strengthen our fleet while meeting the demands of our customers, and at the same time Damen has the opportunity to market their innovative tug designs in the US"
“Working with Foss will enable us to strengthen our relationship while serving the North American market with state-of-the-art, cost-effective and dependable vessels,” said Jan van Hogerwou, Damen’s vice president of new construction North America. “We’re excited about this collaboration and look forward to working closely with Foss.”