In case the vessels need an emergency tow, they are fitted with two sets of equipment for the purpose. They comprise two 204t SWL Smith brackets fitted forward, two 200t SWL Panama fairleads, and a 7m long and 76mm of diameter Grade 3 chafe chain. At the stern, there is pick up gear, a 200t SWL towing bracket, and 100m of 77mm-diameter towing wire on a storage drum.