Svitzer, a prominent maritime services provider, has commissioned four new 80-tonne bollard pull tugs from SDHI in India. This latest order significantly increases Svitzer's TRAnsverse fleet currently under construction to a total of 18 vessels. The agreement further highlights the growing capabilities of India's shipbuilding sector in securing international export contracts.
For freight forwarders and operations managers, while tugboat orders do not directly impact immediate cargo rates or capacity, they are crucial for port efficiency and vessel turnaround times. A modern and robust tug fleet ensures smoother berthing and unberthing operations for larger container ships and other vessels, potentially reducing port delays and improving schedule reliability in the long term. This investment reflects Svitzer's commitment to enhancing its port services, which indirectly supports the broader supply chain by facilitating efficient vessel movements.
Deliveries of these new tugs are anticipated to begin in 2028.
