Reflecting on a Successful Mega Watt Event on 17 June at the Energy Transition Campus Amsterdam!
KOTUG was honoured to participate in Shell’s exciting MegaWatt Show at the Energy Transition Campus Amsterdam (ETCA) on 17 June 2024. The event marked the unveiling of the first MegaWatt charger for marine and road transport, a significant leap towards the future of sustainable transport.
As the operators of the first fully electric pusher tug in commercial service, we were excited to see the MegaWatt charger in action. This cutting-edge technology promises super-fast, efficient, and reliable charging, aligning perfectly with our commitment to innovation and sustainability.
The insightful discussions and live demonstrations underscored the MegaWatt charger’s potential to revolutionise marine transportation, enhancing operational flexibility and efficiency. This advancement is a crucial step towards achieving the EU’s 2050 and the Netherlands’ 2030 emission-free transport targets.
Thank you to Shell and all participants for a fantastic event. We look forward to integrating this game-changing technology into our operations and continuing our journey towards a greener future.
KOTUG INTERNATIONAL SUCCESSFULLY PILOTS REVOLUTIONARY TUG DRONE TECHNOLOGY
Recently, KOTUG International, in collaboration with SKEYE, successfully executed a pilot for our revolutionary Tug Drone. The line transfer was conducted over 400 meters (about 1312.34 ft), from a tug to the helideck of Heerema’s Thialf crane vessel and vice versa.
This groundbreaking demonstration marks a decisive step for KOTUG to actively integrate drone capabilities in daily tug operations, for the delivery of a messenger line to a predetermined location. Traditionally, tugboat crews position themselves in front of and close to the assisted vessel to grab the heaving line by hand, placing them in the danger zone near the (flared) bow of the vessel. This method poses significant risks, including potential injuries to the deck crew and damage to both the tug and the assisted vessel.
With our innovative technology, the Tug Drone delivers the messenger line directly to the assisted ship, allowing the tug to sail safely alongside rather than in front of the vessel. This innovation ensures safer and more controlled operations, significantly reducing the risk of accidents.
We are excited to announce that in Q3 2024, KOTUG and SKEYE will embark on our first Tug Drone project in Guyana. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to lead the way in maritime innovation!
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