The Transition to Hybrid and Electric Tugs: Market Overview

The harbour towage sector is rapidly adopting hybrid and electric propulsion technologies to reduce emissions in port areas.

Market Trends:

• Hybrid Tugs: Now represent 20% of newbuilds
• Full Electric: Emerging for short-range operations
• Methanol/LNG: Growing interest for larger tugs
• Regulations: Port emission zones driving adoption

Harbour Assist is committed to fleet modernization with our first hybrid tugs entering service in 2025.