Tugs & Salvage

The International Salvage Union (ISU) has published its Annual Review 2021 along with industry statistics showing a modest recovery in gross revenues.

Latest news from Carmet Tug, MAN Engines, Harland & Wolff and Sanmar Shipyards.

Following two years of construction the emissions-free hydrogen-powered pusher tug Elektra has been named and delivered in Germany.

Sweden orders four Stan Tug 1606s with modifications for its armed forces, and Damen receives an order for multi-vessel harbour tugs.

Netherlands-based Kotug Training & Consultancy has teamed up with two Middle East learning institutions to enhance seafarer training including for tug masters.

Rotterdam-based Smit Salvage, along with its US alliance partner Donjon-Smit Salvage, has reported ongoing operations including responding to the grounding of two large container ships in Germany and the US.

A new report has revealed the truth about shipping incidents recently – and while it’s not all bad, there are concerns and different challenges.