Ultratug orders harbour tug for Colombian ports

Scheduled to be delivered in Q3 2026, this new tug will have accommodation for up to eight crew , with two single-berth cabins in the deckhouse and three double cabins below deck.

Chile-headquartered Ultratug’s operations in Colombia include branch offices in the main ports of Santa Marta, Barranquilla, Cartagena, Coveñas and Buenaventura and services are provided in other Colombian ports such as Tolu, Puerto Brisa and Tumaco.

“This new acquisition reflects Ultratug’s strong commitment to maintaining a modern fleet equipped with cutting edge technology, and to continuing to be a trusted partner for our clients,” said Ultratug Colombia manager Silvia Herrera.

Bogacay tugs are designed for optimal efficiency in shiphandling duties and have a 12-m moulded beam, “which is wider than usual for tugs of this size and class, enabling greater performance and stability,” said Sanmar commercial director Rüçhan Civgin.

“Our latest Bogacay-series tugs are leaders in their class when it comes to operational capabilities, advanced technology, environmental compliance and exceptional performance. Their strength is that they continue to evolve, taking on board advances in technology as they become available.”

Ultratug ordered a new harbour tug from Sanmar Shipyards for its Mexican operations in January 2025 to be deployed at Lazaro Cardenas Port to service large container ships visiting Mexico’s biggest terminal.

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