The new oil tanker THUN RESOLVE, launched earlier this year, made a dramatic entrance into the Cattewater earlier this evening – and was water-sprayed by a tug as it made its way into port.
Plymouth’s tugboats are the unsung heroes of the Sound and its maritime shipping movements by assisting vessels in tight spaces where precision and control are paramount.
Water sprays serve multiple functions, from signalling intentions to cooling engines – and even providing a visual display of ‘Welcome’ for high-profile ships visiting, and naval vessels returning from overseas deployments etc.
The Thun Resolve is a Dutch-registered ship and a fuel-efficient tanker for short-sea shipping movements around Europe.
The vessel features an optimised hull, adaptive propulsion, shore power connections, and a UPS battery system in port.
The Thun Resolve’s design and operational capabilities reflect the Erik Thun Group’s long-term commitment to reliable, efficient, and sustainable shipping.
