Meet the Nokea: Westar Marine’s Newest High-Horsepower Tug Joins the Fleet
A black and white tugboat named NOKEA is pictured moving through calm waters near a forested coastline. The vessel features a red trim on the upper deck and heavy-duty rubber fenders along the hull. Smoke trails faintly behind the boat as it cruises under a cloudy sky with distant hills in the background.
Westar Marine Services is proud to welcome a powerful new addition to our fleet: the Nokea, a 105-foot twin-engine tugboat purpose-built for strength, safety, and serious marine performance. With a bollard pull of 110,000 lbs. and 4,400 horsepower, Nokea represents a major boost to Westar’s towing and project support capabilities across the San Francisco Bay and beyond.
Whether assisting heavy tows, marine construction, or harbor support, the Nokea is ready to meet the demands of complex maritime operations with efficiency and muscle.
Nokea at a Glance
Length: 105 ft
Beam: 30 ft
Hull Depth: 13.5 ft
Draft: 10.5 ft (light) / 12.0 ft (loaded)
Engines: Twin CAT 3516
Horsepower: 4,400
Tow Winch: Intercon Double Drum DD-200
Bollard Pull: 110,000 lbs
Gross Tonnage: 183
Call Sign: WDK4744
Official Number: 567629
Built for West Coast Work
With increasing demand for high-capacity tow support along the West Coast, the addition of the Nokea reinforces Westar’s commitment to operational excellence and marine safety. The vessel’s double-drum winch system allows for advanced tow configurations, while her twin CAT 3516 engines offer powerful, reliable performance in challenging conditions.
Whether assisting dredging operations, long-haul barge work, or terminal projects, Nokea is ready to deliver — with the support of Westar’s 24/7 dispatch and experienced crews.
Supporting the Next Era of Maritime Projects
As infrastructure, shipping, and marine construction projects grow in scale, Westar continues to invest in the tools and talent required to stay ahead. The Nokea isn’t just a tugboat — it’s part of a bigger strategy to grow our capacity, expand regional capabilities, and continue delivering trusted service up and down the coast.
To learn more about how the Nokea and the rest of our fleet can support your next marine project, visit westarmarineservices.com or contact our dispatch team anytime.
