On December 6, 2013, upon completion of state tests held in Kronshtadt, the delivery certificate was signed for the Viktor Konetsky, tug boat of project 745mbs, built by Yaroslavsky Shipbuilding Plant to the design of Vympel Design Bureau OJSC, the shipyard announced.
The vessel was built under the state order for RF Ministry of Defense.
The Project 745mbs vessel features high seaworthiness, able to operate in all areas of the oceans. The tugboat is designed for escorting and maneuvering ships, refloating stranded ships, to extinguish fires on stricken ships and onshore facilities, to perform survey using remotely operated underwater vehicle, to evacuate people from the water.
Vessel’s major characteristics: length max – 56.5 m; width max – 12.64 m; full displacement – 1,390 t; draught – 4.3 m; speed – 14 knots; endurance – 30 days; crew – 22 persons; draw on the hook – at least 230 kN.
Yaroslavsky Shipbuilding Plant is based in central Russia on the Volga river. Incorporated in 1993. The company specializes in building civilian vessels and warships. Management company - JSC VP Finsudprom.