Clayton Arthur (1965) with YRBM-57 (2024)
On 20 January 2025, DeForge Maritime Towing’s ocean-going tug Clayton Arthur (IMO 6516934) arrived in Honolulu Harbor from San Diego, California with the United States Navy’s YRBM-57. They were assisted to Pier 29 by Foss Maritime tug Mikioi.
This particular YRBM (which stands for Yard-Repair-Berthing-Messing) barge was built by Conrad Shipyard in Amelia, Louisiana. YRBM barges provide in-port accommodation and work spaces for the crews of ships that are undergoing maintenance or repairs.
Clayton Arthur inbound to Honolulu Harbor with YRBM-57. 20 January 2025.
Clayton Arthur with YRBM-57. 20 January 2025.
Clayton Arthur. 20 January 2025.
YRBM-57 under tow. 20 January 2025.
Mikioi assisting Clayton Arthur with YRBM-57. 20 January 2025.
Clayton Arthur and YRBM-57 left Honolulu on 22 January 2025 for Yokosuka, Japan.
