ART (Advanced Rotortug) Series

The ART (Advanced Rotortug) designation applies to tugs with the triple drive configuration designed by Robert Allan Ltd. under the exclusive designer agreement with Rotortug (KST) B.V., signed in 2013. The series offers omni-directional manoeuvrability and control together with a redundant propulsion machinery configuration.

ART tugs are classified by bollard pull in tonnes and approximate length, e.g. ART 85-35 (85 tonnes bollard pull, 35 metres length). A range of powers can be accommodated within each hull size according to operational needs, so beam may vary for the same length. The series is presented as a solution for ship-handling in busy, congested ports and for escort towing where performance and reliability are paramount.

Key features

• Triple Z-drive configuration
• Omni-directional manoeuvring and control
• Redundant propulsion machinery
• Enhanced escort towing capability

Applications

Ship-handling in congested ports, terminal support and escort towing.