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46MNJuly 2011VESSELSThe foredeck cargo area has capacity of four tonnes. To enhance the vessels functional flexibility, it can accommo- date a variety of crane types and locations, a moon pool and a range of propulsion options, including waterjets or CP or fixed-pitch propellers. Service vessels of 72 ft and 85.3 ft are also being planned. 1100 ImpactBCGP Unveils Newest ModelBrunswick Commercial and Government Products (BCGP) unveiled its newest model, the 1100 Impact. This 36-ft rigid hull inflatable boat (RHIB) is the firstmodel BCGP has powered with optional twin diesel Cummins 5.9 inboard engines and dual Doen waterjets. The size of the 1100 Impact makes it well suited for crew transport and other high-load capacity assignments. Its deep-V hull is designed to reduce hull and human fatigue in a dominant sea state. Additionally, its inflatable Wing collar provides quick recovery and lateral stability without adding significant weight. It also provides shock absorp- tion and fendering during boardings and other close con- tact maneuvers. This inaugural model is also outfitted with optional shock mitigating seats designed by Shoxs for an additional level of crew comfort. Despite its bluewater capabilities, the 1100 Impact is capable of inshore opera- tion, drawing only 18 inches in the twin jet configuration.Lugger Tug from Alabama Yard The Lugger? designation traces back to days when a small handy coastal vessel often carried lug-rigged sails. A modern day lugger, as used in the Gulf of Mexico, is still a handy boat for working in near-shore waters. Rodriguez Boat Builders designed and is constructing a version of the lugger in which a pair of Cummins Tier II compliant QSK19-M diesels turning four-blade stainless steel props has replaced the lugsails for propulsion. The 67.5-ft by 26-ft tug has a molded depth of 8.5 ft. Fitted with a pair of Pullmaster M-30-86-51 25-ton electric deck winches, the model-bow tug can push a barge with the aid of a well- fendered bow-post. Typically this sort of vessel is used to service production rigs in relatively shallow waters. In addition to barged cargo, the tug has tankage for 14,000gallons of fuel and 16,000 gallons of water. Accommodation for a crew of six is in the triple-deck aft- mounted house. Stan Cvitanovic, owner of the lugger tug, named the Pere C., will take delivery of the vessel follow- ing her completion at Rodriguez Boat Builders. RAL First of Class Design AlaryamIrshad, a joint venture between ADNOC and Lamnalco, have just taken delivery of their latest high-performance terminal support/escort tug from Astilleros Balenciaga SA, of Zumaia, Spain. The Alaryam is the latest delivery of the RAstar Class escort tug designs from Robert Allan Ltd., naval architects of Vancouver, BC. The design was the subject of an extensive series of model testing to prove the concept. Propulsion comprises a pair of Wärtsilä 8L26 diesel engines, each rated 2,600 kW at 1,000 rpm, andeach driving a Wärtsilä model CS275 controllable pitch Photo courtesy BCGPPhoto courtesy of April Harrel & Rodriguez Boat BuildersPhoto courtesy Robert Allan, Ltd