MED MARINE, Turkey’s leading shipbuilder and tug operator, proudly announces the successful delivery of BULLA REGIA, the first vessel in a series of six state-of-the-art RAmparts 2800 ASD tugs being built for Tunisia’s prominent port authority, Office de la Marine Marchande et des Ports (OMMP).
Completed in early October, this delivery represents a key milestone in the fleet expansion program outlined in the contract signed between OMMP and MED MARINE in November 2023.
Named after the ancient Tunisian city renowned for its enduring strength and heritage, BULLA REGIA embodies the same spirit of resilience and excellence. Measuring 28 meters in length and designed by the internationally acclaimed naval architecture firm Robert Allan Ltd., this next-generation tug delivers a 60-tonne bollard pull ahead and meets Class FIFI-E standards—ensuring both power and safety in every operation.
Powered by twin medium-speed diesel engines and equipped with an open aft deck designed to accommodate two 10-foot containers, BULLA REGIA is tailored for a wide range of demanding missions including towing, mooring, escorting, pushing, and firefighting. Her advanced design and superior manoeuvrability make her a reliable asset for OMMP’s expanding port operations across Tunisia.
The delivery of BULLA REGIA not only represents the successful completion of the first vessel in this six-tug program but also reaffirms the enduring partnership between MED MARINE and OMMP—two maritime forces united by a shared vision of progress, safety, and innovation.
Technical specifications of the BULLA REGIA RAmparts 2800 ASD tug:
- Length: 28,20
- Beam: 11,50 m
- Depth: 5,49 m
- Draft: 5,40 m
- Gross Tonnage: 428
- Bollard Pull: 60 tons
- Speed: 12 knots @ 80% MCR
- Crew: 8
