History and ownership
Built in 2012 by Zhejiang Shipbuilding, the Bourbon Ampan vessel is an Anchor Handling Tug Supply (AHTS) vessel. Previously known as Bourbon Liberty 254 and Bobang 1026, it was historically managed by Bourbon Offshore before being renamed TC Apollo
Technical details
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LOA: 59.78 metres
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Width (beam): 15 metres
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Deadweight: 1,439 tonnes
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Draught: 4.88 metres
Powered by a diesel-electric propulsion system, the vessel delivers an 80-ton bollard pull and speeds up to 13.5 knots. It uses DP2 navigation equipment. With 331m² of deck space, its capacity is optimised for transporting heavy cargo.
Operational area
Recent AIS records place the vessel around Vietnam, including Vung Tau and Song Doc Field.
Crew and lifestyle
With a 20-berth capacity, roles onboard range from DP operators to deckhands.
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Environmental initiatives
The vessel’s diesel-electric technology (GPA 254L class specifications) reduces fuel consumption and emissions compared to traditional mechanical drives.