Swedish technology powers India’s electric harbour tugs

Berg Propulsion

Swedish marine technology company Berg Propulsion has been hired to supply electric propulsion equipment and electrical integration for two battery-powered harbour tugs under build in India.

The vessels are being built by KMEW Group in Mumbai on behalf of India’s Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways and form part of the GTTP, a national programme intended to introduce 50 lower-emission harbour tugs at major ports by 2030.

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