Bisso Marine introduces new tug

March 24, 2008
Bisso Marine has introduced the ABS-classed anchor handling tug William Bisso.

Offshore staff

HOUSTON -- Bisso Marine has introduced the ABS-classed anchor handling tug William Bisso. The tug is named after W. A. Bisso, V, the four-year-old son of W. A. "Beau" Bisso, IV, the company's president and COO.

The 52-bollard pull tug is powered by a pair of EMD 16-645 E2 main engines turning 108 in. (274 cm) propellers in kort nozzles through 4:1 Reintjes gears.

Bisso Marine will use theWilliam Bisso to support its offshore construction, pipeline, and salvage projects.

03/24/2008