Kvichak Marine Industries, Inc., of Seattle, WA, recently
delivered P/V Georgia, a 64′ all-aluminum Pilot Boat to the Savannah
Pilots Association of Savannah, GA. Georgia is the second vessel built
by Kvichak for the Savannah Pilots.Designed by Camarc Design, UK, Georgia is powered by twin MTU 12V2000 engines rated for 1450 BHP each with Hamilton 521 waterjets and ZF 3050 marine gears. This combination allows for excellent maneuverability
with a top speed of ~35 knots.For over 140 years the Savannah Pilots Association has safely guided
vessels on the 25 ½ mile journey from the sea to the port of Savannah.
They require vessels with excellent sea keeping ability and
maneuverability even in the worst of sea conditions. After operating a
Kvichak vessel for nine years, they knew Kvichak would deliver.Additional vessel features include:Overall length – 64’D-rubber / aircraft tire fenderingTop speed: ~35 knots(2) Phasor K4 30kW Gensets2 crew, 7 pilotsE/R ventilation by Delta “T” SystemsBeam, overall: 19’Fuel capacity – 1200 gallonsComplete electronics packageDay galley & pilot accommodations500 lb SWL capacity rescue davitMain engine exhaust by Marine Exhaust Systems, Inc.
SHIPBUILDING
09 September 2013 - 22:03
Kvichak: Second Vessel Built for the Savannah Pilots Delivered (USA)
Kvichak Marine Industries, Inc., of Seattle, WA, recently delivered P/V Georgia, a 64′ all-aluminum Pilot Boat to the Savannah Pilots Association of Savannah, GA. Georgia is the second vessel built by Kvichak for the Savannah Pilots.
SHIPBUILDING
09 September 2013 - 22:03
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