Turn Services adds M/V War Admiral to ongoing 8-boat construction program

The M/V War Admiral.

Turn Services, New Orleans, La., has added the M/V War Admiral as the second vessel completed in an ongoing eight-vessel construction program. Built by Verret Shipyard, the vessel follows the M/V Sir Barton as the latest addition to the fleet.

The 1,600-horsepower vessel is configured with a twin-screw propulsion system powered by two Mitsubishi S6R2-Y3 Tier 3 engines, each rated at 803 horsepower at 1,400 rpm. The propulsion package was selected to support the vessel’s operating profile while maintaining consistency across the broader construction program.

As additional vessels move through construction, Turn Services is building around a common platform across the fleet. Maintaining consistency from one vessel to the next supports crew familiarity, simplifies maintenance planning and provides a standardized approach as the program progresses.

“The goal is to build vessels that fit how we operate today while supporting the long-term needs of the fleet,” said Lucian Lott, chief operating officer at Turn Services. “As we move through this program, consistency across the vessels helps create a smoother transition for crews and provides a foundation we can build on for years to come.”

Laborde Products supplied the propulsion package and worked with Turn Services and Verret Shipyard throughout the project. According to the companies, the engine selection aligns with the broader program strategy of using a common equipment platform across the fleet.

“The S6R2 continues to be a strong fit for inland service applications,” said Bradley Matte, Gulf Coast Territory Sales Manager at Laborde Products. “For a multi-vessel program like this, having a proven platform across the fleet helps support both day-to-day operations and long-term maintenance planning.”