Berg Propulsion to supply power systems for electric tugs
The 34m-long vessels, designed by naval architect firm, Navnautik, will be equipped with lithium-titanium-oxide batteries and dual diesel gensets for back-up (Source: Berg Propulsion)
Gothenburg-based Berg Propulsion is to supply electric motors, contra-rotating thrusters, and a full electrical integration system for two tugs under construction in India for the country’s Green Tug Transition Programme. The vessels, with a bollard pull of 60 tonnes, are being built by Mumbai-headquartered KMEW Group for India’s Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
The 34m-long vessels, designed by naval architect firm, Navnautik, will be equipped with lithium-titanium-oxide batteries and dual diesel gensets for back-up. They are due to be commissioned during the last quarter of 2027.
Ship design specialist, Aniruddha Sen, of Navnautik, commented: “Factoring in electric powertrains can be challenging for any naval architect or designer, given that shipboard space is at a premium. This is especially the case aboard a tug. The compact nature of Berg Propulsion’s integrated packages gave us a lot of flexibility to incorporate them into the general arrangement.”
Amrita Singh, Berg Propulsion’s account manager, New Sales, said: “By reducing fuel consumption, lowering greenhouse gas emissions and improving local air quality in port areas, these tugs will set a strong precedent for what is possible in future maritime projects across India … Berg Propulsion looks forward to future opportunities to work with new and existing partners to help stakeholders in India make decisive changes in their use of propulsion technology.”
