At the International Tug and Salvage (ITS) Convention and Exhibition in Singapore last May, MARIN was present and held a successful launch meeting of the SAFETUG II JIP. The focus of Safetug II will be on tug design for operations in waves, whereas in Safetug I the main focus was on the capabilities of the existing fleet and stability behaviour.
Growing industry
ITS gains more and more attention every time. The growth reflects the increasing size and importance of this industry. Although the salvage business faces a declining number of casualties, emergency response requirements put into place around coastlines are increasing. In addition, there is a booming offshore industry which leads to an increase in berthing tug activities and this work is expected to continue to grow. Additionally, there is a growth in power requirements in the harbour (escort) towage sector.
The need for well-trained personnel is driving the use of high quality simulators and capable deck equipment (fenders and winches). It is also stimulating research needed for improvements and for their proper integration into purposely-built tugs. Operations in waves are an increasing focus in this sector.
ITS gains more and more attention every time. The growth reflects the increasing size and importance of this industry. Although the salvage business faces a declining number of casualties, emergency response requirements put into place around coastlines are increasing. In addition, there is a booming offshore industry which leads to an increase in berthing tug activities and this work is expected to continue to grow. Additionally, there is a growth in power requirements in the harbour (escort) towage sector.
The need for well-trained personnel is driving the use of high quality simulators and capable deck equipment (fenders and winches). It is also stimulating research needed for improvements and for their proper integration into purposely-built tugs. Operations in waves are an increasing focus in this sector.
Information & Contact
For more information on the SAFETUG II JIP read the special page on this Joint Industry Project or contact Johan de Jong.
For more information on the SAFETUG II JIP read the special page on this Joint Industry Project or contact Johan de Jong.
August 1, 2008