MED Marine launches 120TBP tug built for Keyna Ports Authority

MED Marine launches 120TBP tug built for Kenya Ports Authority

Med Marine, the leading Turkish shipbuilder and operator, has successfully launched its brand-new tugboat, RAstar 4200 (MED-A42120). The tugboat is being built by at its group-owned Eregli Shipyard. The RAstar series, designed by Robert Allan, is a unique class of highperformance ASD tug.

The state-of-the-art vessel (HULL NAME: EREGLI94) will be a vital addition to East Africa’s largest port, the Port of Mombasa, and is part of the Kenya Ports Authority’s (KPA) modernisation and maintenance program that aims to enhance efficiency and safety at sea. The Port of Mombasa is the gateway to East and Central Africa, and it is one of the busiest ports along the East African coastline. The Port provides direct connectivity to over 80 ports worldwide.

“The launching of our ER94 vessel, which is the longest, widest and deepest tug boat project ever built in our shipyard by now, has made us really proud,” says Kemal Bektas, Shipyard Manager from Med Marine’s Eregli Shipyard. “We will continue our efforts to complete the sea trials as soon as possible to deliver the stateof-the-art vessel. We also thank all of our employees and solution partners for their dedication and hard work on this project.”

The RAstar 4200 (MED-A42120) will join the KPA fleet of tugboats and will be available for salvage and harbour operations. Equipped with excellent manoeuvrability and packing a hefty 120 tonnes of bollard pull, the vessel will deliver enhanced ship-handling and coastal towing performances. The vessel will be constructed and equipped according to SOLAS requirements.

Med Marine is a leading Turkish shipbuilder and leading tugboat operator. The firm employs Eregli Shipyard, one of the largest shipyards in Turkey to build its state-of-the-art tugboats and Stainless Steel (STST) IMO II type chemical/oil tankers, either for its own operations or clients around the world. The shipyard is constantly being improved with advanced production standards by keeping up with latest health, safety, and environmental regulations. Med Marine has successfully completed the construction and delivery of almost 200 projects, including tugboats, chemical/oil tankers, mooring, and pilot boats. Ü