Sanmar Shipyards has delivered one of its Boğaçay Class tugboats to Italian operator Rimorchitori Napoletani, the company said in a statement.
The vessel, previously named Boğaçay LXXX, was renamed Gargano by its new owner. Built at Sanmar’s environmentally friendly shipyard in Türkiye, the diesel-powered tug is based on the RAmparts 2400SX-MKII design by Canadian naval architects Robert Allan Ltd.
Gargano has a bollard pull over the stern of 70 tons and a free-running speed of at least 12.5 knots. The vessel measures 24.4 meters in length and has a 12-meter moulded beam, offering improved stability and performance. It features Tier III compliant main engines and an advanced automation system aimed at enhancing operational efficiency.
“Our latest Boğaçay Class tugs achieve a new level of low-emission, low environmental impact tugboat operation. Gargano represents the latest in our ongoing drive to drastically reduce the negative environmental impact of the tug and towing industry,” said Rüçhan Çıvgın, Commercial Director of Sanmar Shipyards.
The delivery continues a partnership that began in 2017, when Rimorchitori Napoletani received the Vivara, a Sirapinar Class tug from Sanmar.
Sanmar Shipyards is a privately held Turkish shipbuilding company headquartered in Türkiye. It specializes in the design and construction of tugboats and other specialized vessels. Sanmar operates modern production facilities and collaborates with naval architects such as Robert Allan Ltd to develop advanced and sustainable vessel designs.
Rimorchitori Napoletani is a privately owned Italian towage company headquartered in Naples. It provides harbor towage, escort, and offshore support services and is part of the maritime infrastructure supporting southern Italy’s ports. The company’s operations trace back to the early 20th century and remain focused on modernization and fleet efficiency.
