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Christine – Coastal Workboat & Tug

A powerful twin-engine coastal tug providing strong bollard pull, robust deck capability and well-equipped accommodation for towing, project support and near-shore marine operations.

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Christine

Christine is a Stan Tug 1604 built by Damen Shipyard in 2004 and certified as a BV 3/3 coastal tug and MCA Workboat Category 2 vessel. Powered by twin Caterpillar 3408TA engines delivering 960 bhp and a 12.8-tonne bollard pull, she supports towing, marine construction and coastal project roles. A large wheelhouse with air-conditioned accommodation, WC, shower and galley, combined with full BV-standard navigation and communications systems, enables reliable operation across UK and European coastal waters.

General

  • Type of Vessel: Stan Tug 1604

  • Builder: Damen Shipyard, NL

  • Build Date & Place: 2004, Romania

  • Classification: BV 3/3 Coastal Tug

  • Certification: MCA Workboat Cat 2 (60 miles, 12 pax)

Dimensions

  • Length OA: 16.89m

  • Breadth OA: 5.29m

  • Moulded Depth: 2.51m

  • Draft: 2.25m

Propulsion & Performance

  • Cruising Speed: 10knts

  • Bollard Pull: 12.8t

  • Main Engines: 2 × Caterpillar 3408TA (keel cooled)

  • Total Power: 960bhp (716kW)

  • Transmissions: 2x; Reintjes WAF164 5.044:1

  • Propulsion: 2x; 1300mm 3-blade propellers in nozzles

Deck & Operational Equipment

  • Deck Capstan: 1.3t @ 9m/min

  • Towing Hook: Mampaey 15t SWL

  • Welding set: Installed on request

  • Burning set: Installed on request

Navigation & Communication

  • Radar: Furuno FR1921

  • GPS: Furuno GP31

  • Echo Sounder: Furuno LS6100

  • VHF Radios: Sailor RT2048 & Sailor RT4822DSC

  • Chart Plotter: PC with Euronav electronic charts

  • AIS: Saab R4

Accomodation

  • Large wheelhouse with air conditioning and day accommodation

  • Below-deck 4-person cabin

  • WC and shower

  • Galley

General

  • Type of Vessel: Stan Tug 1604

  • Builder: Damen Shipyard, NL

  • Build Date & Place: 2004, Romania

  • Classification: BV 3/3 Coastal Tug

  • Certification: MCA Workboat Cat 2 (60 miles, 12 pax)

Dimensions

  • Length OA: 16.89m

  • Breadth OA: 5.29m

  • Moulded Depth: 2.51m

  • Draft: 2.25m

Propulsion & Performance

  • Cruising Speed: 10knts

  • Bollard Pull: 12.8t

  • Main Engines: 2 × Caterpillar 3408TA (keel cooled)

  • Total Power: 960bhp (716kW)

  • Transmissions: 2x; Reintjes WAF164 5.044:1

  • Propulsion: 2x; 1300mm 3-blade propellers in nozzles

Deck & Operational Equipment

  • Deck Capstan: 1.3t @ 9m/min

  • Towing Hook: Mampaey 15t SWL

  • Welding set: Installed on request

  • Burning set: Installed on request

Navigation & Communication

  • Radar: Furuno FR1921

  • GPS: Furuno GP31

  • Echo Sounder: Furuno LS6100

  • VHF Radios: Sailor RT2048 & Sailor RT4822DSC

  • Chart Plotter: PC with Euronav electronic charts

  • AIS: Saab R4

Accomodation

  • Large wheelhouse with air conditioning and day accommodation

  • Below-deck 4-person cabin

  • WC and shower

  • Galley

General

  • Type of Vessel: Stan Tug 1604

  • Builder: Damen Shipyard, NL

  • Build Date & Place: 2004, Romania

  • Classification: BV 3/3 Coastal Tug

  • Certification: MCA Workboat Cat 2 (60 miles, 12 pax)

Dimensions

  • Length OA: 16.89m

  • Breadth OA: 5.29m

  • Moulded Depth: 2.51m

  • Draft: 2.25m

Propulsion & Performance

  • Cruising Speed: 10knts

  • Bollard Pull: 12.8t

  • Main Engines: 2 × Caterpillar 3408TA (keel cooled)

  • Total Power: 960bhp (716kW)

  • Transmissions: 2x; Reintjes WAF164 5.044:1

  • Propulsion: 2x; 1300mm 3-blade propellers in nozzles

Deck & Operational Equipment

  • Deck Capstan: 1.3t @ 9m/min

  • Towing Hook: Mampaey 15t SWL

  • Welding set: Installed on request

  • Burning set: Installed on request

Navigation & Communication

  • Radar: Furuno FR1921

  • GPS: Furuno GP31

  • Echo Sounder: Furuno LS6100

  • VHF Radios: Sailor RT2048 & Sailor RT4822DSC

  • Chart Plotter: PC with Euronav electronic charts

  • AIS: Saab R4

Accomodation

  • Large wheelhouse with air conditioning and day accommodation

  • Below-deck 4-person cabin

  • WC and shower

  • Galley

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Areas we service

Our vessels are available for hire across the UK, supporting marine projects on the Thames and London waterways, the South Coast and Medway, the Bristol Channel and ports throughout Devon and Cornwall. We regularly work across rivers, estuaries, harbours and coastal construction sites, with mobilisation to European locations also available for suitable projects.

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Frequently

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What is this vessel typically used for?

Christine is used for coastal towage, barge handling, marine construction support and general workboat duties requiring strong bollard pull and dependable propulsion.

Which areas do you service?

Our vessels are available for hire across the UK, supporting marine projects on the Thames and London waterways, the South Coast and Medway, the Bristol Channel, and ports throughout Devon and Cornwall. Mobilisation to suitable European locations is also available.

What certification does this vessel hold?

Christine is certified to MCA Workboat Cat 2, allowing operation up to 60 miles offshore.

What certification does this vessel hold?

Christine is suited to coastal waters, estuaries, ports, and nearshore construction sites, with the power and stability needed for towage and barge handling.

What is this vessel typically used for?

Christine is used for coastal towage, barge handling, marine construction support and general workboat duties requiring strong bollard pull and dependable propulsion.

Which areas do you service?

Our vessels are available for hire across the UK, supporting marine projects on the Thames and London waterways, the South Coast and Medway, the Bristol Channel, and ports throughout Devon and Cornwall. Mobilisation to suitable European locations is also available.

What certification does this vessel hold?

Christine is certified to MCA Workboat Cat 2, allowing operation up to 60 miles offshore.

What certification does this vessel hold?

Christine is suited to coastal waters, estuaries, ports, and nearshore construction sites, with the power and stability needed for towage and barge handling.

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Frequently

Asked Questions

What is this vessel typically used for?

Christine is used for coastal towage, barge handling, marine construction support and general workboat duties requiring strong bollard pull and dependable propulsion.

Which areas do you service?

Our vessels are available for hire across the UK, supporting marine projects on the Thames and London waterways, the South Coast and Medway, the Bristol Channel, and ports throughout Devon and Cornwall. Mobilisation to suitable European locations is also available.

What certification does this vessel hold?

Christine is certified to MCA Workboat Cat 2, allowing operation up to 60 miles offshore.

What certification does this vessel hold?

Christine is suited to coastal waters, estuaries, ports, and nearshore construction sites, with the power and stability needed for towage and barge handling.

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Ready when you are.

For operated hire, barge hire or urgent mobilisation, get in touch with our MPH team.

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Ready when you are.

For operated hire, barge hire or urgent mobilisation, get in touch with our MPH team.

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Ready when you are.

For operated hire, barge hire or urgent mobilisation, get in touch with our MPH team.

Powering marine projects.

© Marine Plant Hire UK (LTD)

Company number: 14020269

Registered Office Address: Unit 20 & 22b Dawlish Business Park, Dawlish, England, EX7 0NH

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Powering marine projects.

© Marine Plant Hire UK (LTD)

Company number: 14020269

Registered Office Address: Unit 20 & 22b Dawlish Business Park, Dawlish, England, EX7 0NH

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Group Companies

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Ancora Group Logo
Marine Infrastructure Services Logo
Hesselberg Erosion Protection Logo
Powering marine projects.

© Marine Plant Hire UK (LTD)

Company number: 14020269

Registered Office Address: Unit 20 & 22b Dawlish Business Park, Dawlish, England, EX7 0NH

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Group Companies

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Ancora Group Logo
Marine Infrastructure Services Logo
Hesselberg Erosion Protection Logo