SAAM Towage collaborates with value-aligned partners to deploy the first two electric tugs for the Port of Vancouver. The vessels will

significantly reduce greenhouse gases (GHG). underwater noise.

They are powered by
two Li-ion battery banks,

… which makes them electric and zero-emission vessels, powered by British Columbia’s hydroelectric grid. Watch the video for more technical details.

The first two electric tugboats in our fleet have been operating since 2024 at the Port of Vancouver, Canada. These vessels will significantly reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and underwater noise.

Our commitment as a company is to provide our customers with innovative, sustainable solutions that exceed their expectations.

Power:

70
tonnes of bollard pull

Charging:

98
clean hydroelectricity

C02 emissions reduction:

2,400
tonnes annually

Our first two electric tugboats operate in the Port of Vancouver, Canada.

2025
More on the horizon…