Moran Towing is one of the largest tugboat operators in the United States, with more than 85 tugs in commercial service operating in 17 ports. That fleet will collectively be younger, more powerful and more comfortable for crews following a surge in new vessel orders. Over the last year, the company has taken delivery of four new 86-foot tugboats from…
The quest for reduced- or zero-carbon propulsion has sparked extensive research and innovation within the maritime industry. One possible solution to the challenge of maritime emissions is the use of ammonia as a fuel source. Ammonia, which contains no carbon, can be used as a source of combustion for large-scale marine engines. It also can be used to generate electricity…
Anyone in the market these days for a large purchase of any kind, from a vehicle to a camper to a home, knows the feeling well. It’s one of sticker shock following several years of fast-rising costs. It’s no different for tugboat operators looking to build a new vessel. And it’s one of many factors that have, taken together, helped…
