Photo by: Captain Peter
Built in 2006, by Washburn and Doughty Associates of East Boothbay, Maine (hull #86) as the Edward J. Moran for the Moran Towing Corporation of New Canaan, Connecticut.
Designed "in house" by Washburn and Doughty. The tug is based upon the yard's previous 92(ft) by 32(ft) designs. The increased length and beam of the design allowed for increased horsepower. While maintaining the maneuvering characteristics and handling capabilities.
Powered by two, twelve cylinder, EMD L12-710-G7B diesel engines. With Schottel z-drives, for a rated 6,500 horsepower.
The tug's electrical service is provided by two 99kW 363PSL1607 generator sets.