Seminole (YT-805) explained

Seminole (YT‑805) is a United States Navy .[1]

Construction

The contract for Seminole was awarded 25 March 2008. She was laid down by J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp., Tacoma, Washington and launched 6 November 2010.

Operational history

Seminole was delivered to the Navy 8 April 2011 at Yokosuka by the US-flagged heavy-lift ship BBC Houston.[2] Seminole is assigned to Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka.[3]

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: Schmitt . Joe . New Tugboat Provides Upgrade to Port Operations in Yokosuka . Navy News Service . NNS110421-12.
  3. 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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