Menominee (YT-807) explained

Menominee (YT‑807) is a United States Navy .[1] The tugboat is named for the people of the Menominee tribe.[2]

Construction

The contract for Menominee was awarded 8 October 2010. She was laid down 1 March 2011[3] by J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp., Tacoma, Washington and launched 3 December 2011.

Operational history

Menominee was delivered to the Navy at Yokosuka and is assigned to Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka.[4]

Notes and References

  1. US Navy get their first new 'Z-Tech' tug. Jack. Gaston. 15 March 2010. Maritime Journal. 2012-07-29.
  2. News: Tacoma's Martinac Shipbuilding Launching Another Navy Tug . Tugs Towing & Offshore Newsletter . 12. 47 . 27 November 2010 . 4.
  3. ,ABS. Menominee . 12231879 .
  4. New Navy tugs have the finesse, power for a wide range of duties. Professional Mariner. 3 July 2012. Brian. Gauvin. 2012-07-27.

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