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Three new pilot boats for Port of Shenzhen


published on 20 February 2022 392 -

Port of Shenzhen added 3 new boats to their fleet. 2x 19m & 1x22m Camarc designed Pilot boats built by Aurora in China. Aluminium construction built to CCS, powered by 2 MTU engines & boasting speeds of over 28 knots. Both sizes are fitted with Gyros stabilisers to improve comfort.
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