Built in 2004, by A and B Industries of Morgan City, Louisiana (hull #312) as the Janet Catherine for Cetacean Marine Incorporated of Dania Beach, Florida.
In 2014, the tug was acquired by the Signet Maritime Corporation of Houston, Texas. Where she was renamed as the Signet Ranger.
Powered by two, Caterpillar 3512B diesel engines. With Twin Disc MG5600 reduction gears. Turning two 86(in) by 55(in), five bladed Aqualloy stainless steel propellers. For a rated 3,000 horsepower.
Her electrical service is provided by two, 72kW generator sets. Driven by two, Caterpillar 3054T diesel engines. The tug's capacities are 37,000 gallons of fuel, 5,000 gallons of potable water, 150 gallons of lube oil, and 150 gallons of dirty oil storage.
The deck equipment consists of a 30 horsepower, hydraulic, McElroy/Catchot capstan.