In California, marine technology company Arc announced a $160 million contract with Curtin Maritime to build eight hybrid electric ship assist tugboats in collaboration with Snow & Co shipyard with the first four vessels slated for delivery by the end of 2027. The tugboats will feature Arc’s vertically integrated electric powertrains, delivering over 4,000 horsepower […]
In South Africa, Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has published a Request for Information (RFI) for a strategic pilot project to use green and cleaner fuels for its selected diesel-operated tugboat fleet. The project aligns with Transnet’s commitment to bolster South Africa’s just transition journey to a low carbon-economy focused on cleaner, renewable and green […]
In the United Arab Emirates, CMB.TECH and Damen announced their collaboration on four hydrogen-powered ASD Tugs, featuring CMB.TECH’s dual fuel hydrogen technology to significantly reduce emissions. Vincent Maes, Damen’s Area Sales Manager Benelux, expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration, highlighting the shared commitment of both family-owned companies to the maritime energy transition. “We’re looking forward to […]
