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Three of the more notable tugs deliveries in recent times have now completed the process of their entry into service with the traditional name-giving ceremony at Hammerfest in Norway.

Helsinki-based technology group Wärtsilä has introduced three new tug designs featuring its HY propulsion system adding to designs and innovations aimed at addressing environmental and efficiency issues.

Damen Shipyards has thrown open its doors for the second year to an invited audience of clients, industry partners and media representatives including from ‘MJ’, showcasing its range of workboats.

This month’s look at new arrivals to the tug world together with recent orders, as usual concerns news with predominantly European involvement but also from further afield of industry interest.