A First for Bouchard
Nautican Units Exceed Expectations
The Kim M. Bouchard is the first ATB from Bouchard Transportation fitted with Nautican Integrated Propulsion Units (IPUs). The vessel is a 10,000-hp, twin screw ATB tug, classed by ABS as an A1 Towing Vessel, Dual Mode ATB, and USCG Subchapter M. The Kim M. Bouchard will pair up with Barge B. No. 270, which has a 250,000-bbl. capacity. Read more...
Proven Performance Gains for ATBs
Nautican Units Offer Improved Speed, Power and Maneuverability
The Reinauer Transportation Companies of New York have continued to expand their fleet for many years at the Senesco Marine yard in Rhode Island. Reinauer introduced the Ruth-class in 2008, and the slightly shorter and narrower B. Franklin-class in 2012. Read more...
Island Monarch
Nautican Triple Rudders Improve Vessel Handling & Performance
Nautican installed high-efficiency Triple Rudders to improve the steering capability on the Island Monarch, the pusher tug of an ocean-going Articulated Tug Barge (ATB). The rudders significantly improved the Island Monarch’s handling and enabled the tug – with her relatively low 3000 horsepower – to turn the barge safely and quickly. Read more...
