Portland takes control

The Port of Portland is to take control of its tug, pilot and lines boat operations. The acquisition is seen as ensuring local interests are safeguarded against acquisition by a larger operator which could be tempted to relocate the modern vessels elsewhere.

The Port of Portland is to take control of its tug, pilot and lines boat operations. The acquisition is seen as ensuring local interests are safeguarded against acquisition by a larger operator which could be tempted to relocate the modern vessels elsewhere.