Moby, a leading shipping company in Italy, recently held a naming ceremony for its new Damen ASD Tug 2813, Vincenzino O, in Cagliari as part of the company’s plans to upgrade its fleet.

The ASD Tug 2813 is part of Damen’s next generation of tugs. This series offers a range of new tug designs. The next generation tugs aim at ensuring maximum safety, reliability, sustainability and efficiency. The vessels feature innovative technologies ranging from safety glass to connectivity and from compliance with 2020 stability regulations to IMO Tier III readiness, it said.

The ASD Tug 2813 delivers approximately 85 tonnes bollard pull and offers MLC compliant accommodation and an aft deck area of about 80 sq m, providing both extended crew capacity and optimal towage capabilities fore and aft.

Speaking at the naming ceremony, CEO Achille Onorato said: “We are very proud to welcome this new tug to our fleet. The vessel, which carries the name of my son, Vincenzino O, introduces the sixth generation of our family to the sea and is a clear demonstration of our commitment to the community of Sardinia.”

“We have enjoyed an excellent cooperation with Damen in the construction of this vessel and are confident in their reputation for the delivery of high quality vessels,” he added.

Antonio Marte, sales manager, Damen, said: “Moby strives for the highest standards of quality and safety, which is why they have chosen our company.”