Take a Bow

We just received these photos from the yard. They show the installation of the bow thrusters.

The bow thrusters before installation.

Installation of the bow thrusters is under way.

Eurodam’s three bow thrusters after installation.

“The Dictionary of the Cruise Industry” defines a bow thruster as propeller(s) installed in a tunnel extending across the ship under the waterline. When activated, the thruster maneuvers the ship sideways. In many instances, the bow thrusters eliminate the need for tugboat assistance when docking.