The new H-24 tugboat, named "Lokys" was officially inaugurated at Klaipėda Cruise Terminal - Lithuania
The new H-24 tugboat, named "Lokys" was officially inaugurated at Klaipėda Cruise Terminal
Exciting times for the Lithuanian Navy! The new H-24 tugboat, named "Lokys" was officially inaugurated at Klaipėda Cruise Terminal. For the first time in independent Lithuania's history, the Navy has a brand new ship tailored to their needs. This 30-meter tugboat, built by the Dutch company Damen, will be a game-changer for port operations with capabilities like towing, rescue, pollution control, firefighting, and maritime security.
Ilona Vaitkuvienė, wife of the Mayor of Klaipėda, had the priviledge
of becoming the godmother of the Navy's new tugboat. In true maritime
tradition, she smashed a bottle of champagne against the ship's side,
officially christening it "Lokys." This name honours its
predecessor, which also bore the same name. The original
"Lokys" was a Danish-donated harbour boat which had been
serving in the Lithuanian Armed Forces from 1997 to 2012. By naming
the new vessel "Lokys" the Navy celebrates its legacy of
strength and service, while ushering in a new chapter of power and
resilience.
