Tugboat AHT SAKMAN Gets Special Lighting Pass from Coast Guard
Published Date: 5/7/2026
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The Coast Guard gave the AHT SAKMAN tugboat a special pass because its unique design makes it impossible to follow some international lighting rules without messing up its function. This certificate, issued on March 20, 2026, lets the vessel operate safely while respecting its special build. Tugboat owners and operators should note this change, but it doesn’t affect costs or schedules.
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Coast Guard OKs Alternate Lighting for AHT SAKMAN
The Coast Guard issued a certificate of alternative compliance for the anchor handling tug AHT SAKMAN (Official Number 1362284) on March 20, 2026. Because the forward superstructure and aft working deck prevent full compliance with the 1972 COLREGS lighting rules, the certificate allows the current lighting configuration (stern and towing lights placed at frame 40 with vertical spacing of 1 m and horizontal spacing of 24 m). Tugboat owners and operators should note the change; it does not affect costs or schedules.
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