Shoring up tug charging infrastructure in port

The agreement covers up to 20 sites and supports Svitzer’s global decarbonisation strategy as the towage operator expands hybrid and fully electric capabilities.

Each installation, ranging from 0.5MW to 10MW, will form part of future-proof port infrastructure designed to cut emissions and modernise harbour operations.

“We’re proud to be supporting Svitzer as they lead the way in sustainable towage operations,” said Miles Cole, head of origination at Net Zero Marine.

“Our role is to make it easy for forward-thinking marine operators to access the shore power infrastructure they need, quickly, flexibly, and without the up-front cost.”

Tailored requirements

Under the deal, Net Zero Marine will finance, design, install and operate end-to-end clean energy systems tailored to the needs of towage operations.

The shore power systems will support charging for hybrid and fully electric tugs, integrate renewable energy and provide scalable capacity as vessel power demands grow.

Smart monitoring technologies will optimise energy use and help ports reduce emissions during harbour operations.

It’s a partnership provides a blueprint for commercially viable decarbonisation, demonstrating how collaboration between vessel operators and infrastructure specialists can accelerate the maritime energy transition.

The two organisations have already begun feasibility and engineering studies at priority locations, with further rollout planned between 2024 and 2026.