Tommy-Norton
IMO: 9810446
Hopper Dredger, Australia
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Vessel Details
MMSI
503000125
Callsign
VNZ2486
Width
12.0 m
Length
60.0 m
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Timothy
2024-07-04
Position: Oiler
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Latest News (2)
Damen TSHD 650 Tommy Norton begins operations at Gippsland Lakes, Australia
The Tommy Norton, a Damen Trailing Suction Hopper Dredger (TSHD) 650 built at Damen Shipyards Yichang has been officially delivered to her proud owner, Gippsland Ports. The first dredger to be built by Damen Shipyards Group for Australia, the 60-metre Tommy Norton has now started work to deliver safe and reliable ocean access for the commercial vessels, oil & gas suppliers and commercial fishing fleet that cross the entrance bar to the Gippsland Lakes area. The maintenance dredging also helps reduce the risk of flooding to local communities.
New Damen TSHD 650 on way to Gippsland Ports
A Damen Trailing Suction Hopper Dredger (TSHD) 650 has successfully completed sea trials in Shanghai and is now underway to new owner, Gippsland Ports in Australia on her own keel. The TSHD, named TOMMY NORTON, is the first Damen dredger built for Australia. Having left Shanghai on 14th July, a Damen team is sailing TOMMY NORTON approximately 5,000 nautical miles over a period of approximately 30 days to reach Australia. Along the way, the vessel will stop off in Guam for bunkering and to enable the crew to take on supplies of fresh water and food.
Frequently Asked Questions
🌊 Did Tommy-Norton sink or have any sinking incidents?
Based on available news reports, Tommy-Norton has been mentioned in connection with sinking-related incidents. There have been 2 news reports mentioning sinking incidents. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
🛢️ Did Tommy-Norton have any oil spills or pollution incidents?
Based on available news reports, Tommy-Norton has been mentioned in connection with spill-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning spills. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.