H Schramm Towage Names New Azimuth Tractor Tug

H Schramm Towage has officially named its latest newbuild azimuth tractor tug, Nico, in Germany, after its construction by Sanmar Shipyards in Turkey. The German owner has welcomed the harbour tug alongside a new utility workboat as it prepares for more coastal towage and port work. The tug was built to a Robert Allan design and delivers 80 tonnes of bollard pull.

 

Details of the Tug

 

H Schramm named a new tug. It is an azimuth tractor tug. It is called Nico. A Turkish yard built it. It uses a Robert Allan design.

The tug has strong specifications. It measures 25.3 metres. It delivers 80 tonnes of bollard pull. It reaches 12.5 knots. It accommodates six crew.

 

The Technical Configuration

 

The tug has powerful machinery. It uses two Caterpillar engines. Each produces 2,350 kilowatts. They meet emissions standards. They drive two azimuth thrusters.

The tug has useful equipment. A firefighting system features. This supports port safety. The design suits harbour work. It also suits coastal towage.

 

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The Fleet Context

 

H Schramm has a notable history. It is marking its centenary. It ordered Nico in 2025. Experience with sisters informed this. These are named Sonke and Bo.

The owner operates a varied fleet. It runs 11 tugs. Bollard pulls range widely. Inland vessels feature. It provides many services.

 

Significance of the Additions

 

The owner added a second vessel. It named a new workboat. A Dutch yard built it. It handles harbour services. It also transfers personnel.

The additions support growth. The owner operates from several ports. These span Germany and the Netherlands. The vessels meet evolving needs. They reflect fleet modernisation.