Built in 1972, by Main Iron Works Incorporated of Houma, Louisiana (hull #270) as the Christy for Midland Enterprises Incorporated of Cincinnati, Ohio.

In 2002, the tug was acquired by the Ingram Barge Company of Nashville, Tennessee. Where she retained her name.

In 2020, she was acquired by Deloach Marine Services LLC. Port Allen, Louisiana. Where the tug retained her name.

In 2022, the tug was acquired by the Intracoastal Tug and Barge Company of Maurice, Louisiana. Where she was renamed as the Repel.

Powered by two, Caterpillar D3508 diesel engines. With Caterpillar reduction gears, at a ratio of 5.11:1. Turning two, fixed pitch propellers mounted in kort nozzles. She is a twin screw towboat, rated at 1,200 horsepower.