Overcoming challenges with tugboat power and electrical integration

Mr Karlsson and Mr Müslüm expect more vessels to be built with integrated packages and hybrid propulsion. “The market continues to focus on the greater contribution hybrid and electric solutions can make to improving vessel efficiency.”

Berg is expanding its offerings to accommodate wider power and speed ranges - in engines and motors.

“We are also paying special attention to developing interfaces which make vessel operations easier,” they said.

According to these experts, the other industry trends under consideration to enhance performance across the tug sector include electrification, alternative fuels, fleet management, remote monitoring, smart analytics and anomaly detection.

When asked for its reasons behind sponsoring ITS 2024, Mr Karlsson and Mr Müslüm said this global industry convention “is an excellent event in a segment where Berg has strong product and solution offerings.”

They said involvement in the conference and exhibition provides “invaluable opportunities to connect with key industry partners, share our expertise and listen to input from other stakeholders in this specialised segment.”

On day two of the conference, Berg Propulsion business manager Mattias Dombrowe will present a technical paper on the challenges when integrating electrical and propulsion systems on tugs and ways to overcome these.

This paper discusses practical experiences and recommendations to streamline integration of these complex systems, considering performance, efficiency, safety and ease of use.

Berg Propulsion is one of the partners of International Tug & Salvage (ITS) Convention, Exhibition & Awards 2024 and provides integrated, green and effective propulsion solutions for tugs and emergency response vessels.

Mattias Dombrowe will present Overcoming electrical system integration challenges for tugs at 12:20 on Wednesday 22 May at the International Tug & Salvage (ITS) Convention, Exhibition & Awards 2024