Multraship welcomes energy efficient hybrid tug
The ASD 2810 hybrid tugs have a bollard pull of 61 tonnes
Damen’s ASD 2810 Hybrid is a new design and this is the second of its class to be built. It features diesel-direct, diesel-electric and battery-powered propulsion systems. This hybrid configuration will enable Multraship to lower fuel costs by up to 30% and emissions by up to 60%, according to Dinu Berariu, project manager at Damen Shipyards Galaţi.
After on-time and on-budget completion, the vessel, named Multratug 28, sailed to the Netherlands from Galaţi.
The new tug will provide clean and energy-efficient harbour towage in the Zeeland Seaports and Antwerp areas. It will also be on standby for fire- or explosion-related emergencies in the western and central part of the River Scheldt and for offshore services.
