Two Damen-designed Stan Tug 1606 vessels are to be constructed under licence by Arena Offshore A.S. at its facilities in Istanbul, Turkey.
The contract has been signed under the Damen Technical Cooperation (DTC) and marks Damen’s first design collaboration with an external company in Turkey.
Offering 16 tonnes bollard pull ahead, the Stan Tug 1606 is a versatile vessel well suited to towing, mooring, pushing and survey operations. Arena Offshore, a specialist in vessel brokerage, chartering and shipbuilding, will sell the vessels on completion.
The DTC programme has been in operation for over 45 years, working with shipyards around the world, giving them the assistance they need to build Damen vessels to Damen standards. The programme has facilitated the third-party production of Frigates, Combat Support Ships, Offshore Patrol Vessels, Fast Crew Suppliers, Landing Craft, a Combat Support Ship and a Sail Training Vessel, along with tugs and other support vessels. Over 1500 vessels have been built in more than 60 countries.
M. Ömer Ince, owner of Arena Offshore said, “It is a great honour and pleasure for us that Damen has chosen and trusted an external company, Arena Offshore, for the building of two Stan Tugs 1606, which is one of its most well-known models. As a reflection of this trust, we are excited to complete the construction of the two units in Istanbul to Damen’s quality and standards.”
Bram Kouters, Managing Director of Damen Technical Cooperation, said, “We are very pleased that the good experience and collaboration we have had with Arena Offshore has led them to construct their own newbuild Damen designs. It’s also gratifying to see DTC gaining traction in Türkiye.
“Damen firmly believes that by sharing its designs, knowledge and technology in this way, we can contribute to the construction of higher quality, sustainable vessels all around the world. Additionally, DTC provides economic benefits, giving a boost to local maritime suppliers and widening employment opportunities.”
