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The 44 meter fire-fighting vessel Branddirektor Westphal, built by Fassmer, during a training exercise on the River Elbe. The state-of-the-art ship is equipped with multiple water cannons and supports fire-fighting and technical assistance operations in the Port of Hamburg.

Multi-purpose vessels

Versatile in action

Multi purpose vessels for the most demanding requirements

Fassmer multi purpose vessels are true all-rounders. Whether for transport, supply, towing, or special tasks, they are designed for a wide range of applications at sea. With robust hulls, modern propulsion systems, and flexible deck arrangements, they offer a safe and efficient platform for government agencies, research, and industry.

Our multi-purpose vessels at a glance

Multi Purpose Vessels

44m Fire Fighting Vessel BRANDDIREKTOR WESTPHAL

The 44 meter fire-fighting vessel Branddirektor Westphal, built by Fassmer, during a training exercise on the River Elbe. The state-of-the-art ship is equipped with multiple water cannons and supports fire-fighting and technical assistance operations in the Port of Hamburg.

44.14 m Length overall

9.80 m Beam moulded

12 kn Speed

560 t Displacement

Data sheet (pdf, 246 kB)

Multi Purpose Vessels

44m Buoy Layer NORDERGRÜNDE

The 44 meter multipurpose and buoy tender vessel Nordergründe, built by Fassmer, in operation. Equipped with two water cannons and a large deck crane, the ship supports the maritime police in maintenance and recovery operations at sea.

43.15 – 44.50 m Length overall

9.20 – 10.50 m Beam moulded

11 - 12 kn Speed

557 - 410 t Displacement

Data sheet (pdf, 1 MB)

Multi Purpose Vessels

40m Multipurpose Vessel
LEYHÖRN

The 40 meter multi-purpose vessel Leyhörn, built by Fassmer, operating in open waters. The ship is designed for versatile use, including transport, salvage, and support operations in coastal areas.

39.30 m Length overall

8.50 m Beam moulded

11 kn Speed

550 t Displacement

Data sheet (pdf, 233 kB)

Multi Purpose Vessels

40m Buoy Layer
NORDEN

The 40 meter buoy tender Norden, built by Fassmer, operating for the Waterways Police. The vessel is designed for buoy maintenance as well as inspection and support duties.

39.20 m Length overall

8.90 m Beam moulded

11 kn Speed

296 t Displacement

Data sheet (pdf, 205 kB)

Multi Purpose Vessels

34m Work Boat
ALTE WESER

The 34 meter workboat Alte Weser, built by Fassmer, operating in the North Sea. The vessel serves as a versatile work platform for coastal and offshore operations.

34.20 m Length overall

7.50 m Beam moulded

14,2 kn Speed

247 t Displacement

Data sheet (pdf, 687 kB)

Multi Purpose Vessels

33m Multi Purpose Vessel
ODIN

The 32.5 meter multipurpose vessel Odin of the German Coast Guard, built by Fassmer, operating at sea. The ship is designed for surveillance, rescue, and recovery missions and features a working deck with a crane and rescue boat.

32.50 m Length overall

9.80 m Beam moulded

10,60 kn Speed

297 t Displacement

Data sheet (pdf, 207 kB)

Multi Purpose Vessels

32m Tugboat
BUGSIER 7

The 32 meter tugboat Bugsier 7, built by Fassmer, on the Lower Elbe River. This powerful work vessel supports harbor and sea towing operations and is designed for maneuvering in demanding conditions.

31.5 m Length overall

11.3 m Beam moulded

13 kn Speed

725 t Displacement

Data sheet (pdf, 2 MB)

Multi Purpose Vessels

32m Buoy Layer
RANZOW

The 32 meter buoy tender and icebreaker Ranzow, built by Fassmer, operating at sea. The multipurpose vessel is designed for buoy maintenance as well as icebreaking and recovery operations.

32.00 m Length overall

8.90 m Beam moulded

12 kn Speed

250 t Displacement

Data sheet (pdf, 206 kB)

Multi Purpose Vessels

26m Work Boat
SAATSEE

The 26 meter multipurpose vessel Saatsee, built by Fassmer, operating on the River Elbe. This versatile workboat is used for tasks such as buoy laying, towing, and general support operations.

26.00 m Length overall

8.60 m Beam moulded

11,7 kn Speed

278,8 t Displacement

Data sheet (pdf, 1 MB)

Multi Purpose Vessels

25m Multi Purpose Vessel WESERLAND

The 25 meter multipurpose vessel Weserland, built by Fassmer, operating on the River Weser. This compact workboat is designed for buoy laying, towing, and maintenance operations in inland and coastal waters.

25.60 m Length overall

6.70 m Beam moulded

9,1 kn Speed

129 t Displacement

Data sheet (pdf, 197 kB)

Multi Purpose Vessels

24,50m Waste Collecting Vessel NICOLAE ZEICU

The 25 meter waste collection vessel Nicolae Zeicu, built by Fassmer, operating on the water. This special-purpose ship is designed for collecting and disposing of floating debris and oil residues in ports and coastal areas.

24.70 m Length overall

6.00 m Beam moulded

10 kn Speed

134 t Displacement

Data sheet (pdf, 201 kB)

Multi Purpose Vessels

24m Work Boat
RUSCHSAND

The 24 meter workboat Ruschsand, built by Fassmer, navigating on a river under a cloudy sky. The sturdy multipurpose vessel is equipped with a crane and used for coastal and inland operations.

24.20 m Length overall

6.60 m Beam moulded

9,7 kn Speed

133 t Displacement

Data sheet (pdf, 661 kB)

Multi Purpose Vessels

21m Buoy Layer
WULF ISEBRAND

The 21 meter buoy tender Wulf Isebrand, built by Fassmer, operating at sea. This compact workboat is used for maintaining and deploying navigational buoys and markers.

21.30 m Length overall

6.00 m Beam moulded

9,3 kn Speed

89 t Displacement

Data sheet (pdf, 181 kB)

Multi Purpose Vessels

8m Survey and Diving Boat
ALBATROS

The 8 meter survey and diving boat Albatros, built by Fassmer, cruising across the sea. Three crew members in work clothes and life vests are on deck. The compact vessel is used for coastal surveying and diving operations.

7.85 m Length overall

2.72 m Beam moulded

17 kn Speed

4,2 t Displacement

Data sheet (pdf, 235 kB)

Working without limits

From towage services to coastal research: Fassmer multi purpose vessels combine flexibility, safety, and efficiency—for maximum versatility at sea.

Fassmer fire-fighting vessel “Branddirektor Westphal” spraying water jets during a demonstration at sea

Fassmer fire-fighting vessel “Branddirektor Westphal” of Hamburg Fire Department at full speed on the River Elbe

Fassmer workboat “ALTE WESER” with large working deck and onboard crane at full speed at sea

Fassmer workboat SAATSEE at the shipyard during final outfitting with workers in the foreground

Close-up of a bow thruster with propeller on a ship’s hull at the shipyard

Fassmer workboat WESERLAND with yellow onboard crane sailing on a river near the quay wall

Fassmer tugboat BUGSIER 8 maneuvering the cargo vessel NORD TRUST in the container port with cranes in the background

Fassmer tugboat BUGSIER 7 assisting the cargo vessel NORD TRUST during maneuvering at sea

Fassmer workboat NORDERGRÜNDE of the Bremerhaven Water Police with large working deck and onboard crane at sea

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Research and survey vessels

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