COASTAL AND OCEAN-GOING TUG/BARGES

Tug/barge systems, whether for operation in sheltered waters or across the oceans, have certain advantages over conventional ships. This paper discusses a particular system of connection between tug and barge, and the advantages which accrue from the use of the system. Order from BSRA as No. 54,299.

• Supplemental Notes:
  • Proceedings of the 6th International Tug Convention, held Hamburg, March 20-23, 1979.
• Authors:
  • Boutan, C
  • Colin, J-P
• Publication Date: 1979

Media Info

• Pagination: p. 71
• Serial:
  • International Tug Convention

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Barges; Ocean going tugs; Tug ship interaction; Tugboats
• Old TRIS Terms: Integrated tug barge systems; Tug barge linkage; Tug barge systems
• Subject Areas: Marine Transportation; Vehicles and Equipment;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00324758
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: British Ship Research Association
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Mar 12 1981 12:00AM