Riviera

Jan 10, 2024

TUGTECHNOLOGY ’23 will take place 22 - 23 May, Postillion Hotel & Convention Centre WTC Rotterdam. The two-day conference, exhibition and awards alternates on a bi-annual basis with The International Tug & Salvage Conference, Exhibition & Awards, and has been the industry's must-attend event - in odd rather than even years - since 2007.

TUGTECHNOLOGY last took place in October 2021 in London. The event drew hundreds of tug professionals from around the world and received plaudits for its outstanding presentations, networking and exhibition opportunities as well as the introduction of the inaugural ITS Awards.

Based on extensive research, the conference programme for TUGTECHNOLOGY ’23 is designed to deliver vital insights and clarity on the technological changes and options available to industry as 2030 comes rapidly into the view.

Papers and the technologies discussed at the event will be rooted in the industry's commercial, operational, regulatory, technical and ESG context. Supply chain considerations and the economics of new technology will be very much in focus.

Among the subjects to be examined at the 2023 event are the decarbonisation challenge facing tug owners and how emissions can be reduced; the challenges companies face training onshore and seagoing personnel to maintain and operate new technology; new types of technology, such as alternative fuels, batteries and electrification options; and safety, which will be examined from the regulatory viewpoint and from the viewpoint of recent industry guidance in areas such as man overboard and preventing man-in-water incidents. As always, there will be a particular focus on new and recently introduced designs and equipment.

Join us in Rotterdam in May to benchmark your current practices and industry knowledge, meet clients, do business and expand your network!

TUGTECHNOLOGY is only open to registered delegates. No visitors will have access to any part of the event.

Further information:

Attendance, exhibiting, sponsorship: Indrit Kruja on [email protected] or call on +44 20 8370 7792

Speaking opportunities: Edwin Lampert on [email protected] or call on +44 20 8370 7017

Conference logistics: Mirella Charter on [email protected] or call on +44 20 8370 7009Invoice Enquiries - Simon Richardson on [email protected] or call +44 20 8370 7012

Register for event developments via the following this link.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Hear what makes TUGTECHNOLOGY Conference, Awards & Exhibition an event unmissable from 2021 attendees

TUGTECHNOLOGY is a two day event consisting of a conference programme, exhibition and gala dinner. It is the industry's premier technical gathering and takes place on alternate years to the International Tug & Salvage Convention, Exhibition & Awards.

TUGTECHNOLOGY brings together the global tug owning and operating community, the international supply chain and industry associations and regulators for two days of networking, intelligence gathering and deal making in a warm, welcoming and professional setting.

The conference programme is known for its technical range and depth and as a forum at which the latest concepts and advances can be discussed and analysed. Competition to present is intense.

TUGTECHNOLOGY is organised by Riviera Maritime Media, the team behind the ITS conventions and International Tug & Salvage magazine.

TUGTECHNOLOGY is only open to registered delegates. No visitors will have access to any part of the event.

15:00 - 18:00 Pre-registrationPostillion Hotel & Convention Centre WTC

Rotterdam HallCollect your badge and materials.

18:00 - 20:00 Welcome drinks reception Gastrobar Elvy at nhow Rotterdam Hotel

Wilhelminakade 137, 3072 AP A 25-minute walk (or short taxi ride) from the Postillion Hotel & Convention Centre WTC.Open to registered TUGTECHNOLOGY participants only.

Sponsored by:

20:30 to Late UZMAR partyKooren TerminalWesterkade 8, 3016 CL, Rotterdam Located opposite the Restaurant River Bar. Parking (paid) is available along the road on Westerkade. Food, drinks and entertainment will be provided for all TUGTECHNOLOGY conference ticket holders.

Organised by:

RSVP your attendance HERE

Registration, coffee and networking

Platinum sponsor welcome address

Maintaining a competitive edge through technology and innovation in a changing market

Tug owner roundtable

Join our panel of industry leaders for an insightful, thought-provoking, interactive session where they will share their perspectives on key industry issues spanning regulatory compliance, technological innovation, recent safety incidents, the potential impact of autonomous tugs and electric propulsion and the urgent need to address sustainability and reduced emissions.

Kasper Karlsen, Chief Operating Officer, Svitzer

Session Q&A

Networking coffee break in the exhibition area

Sponsored by:

The session spotlights the key drivers of industry decarbonisation. The technical papers and subsequent discussion will take in regulatory and customer demands, the most promising technologies and strategies for reducing emissions, and highlight successful initiatives, best practices and case studies on collaboration and innovation.

Reducing fuel consumption and emissions: where are we?

Methanol engines: single fuel versus dual fuel

This paper explores the differences between single fuel and dual fuel methanol engines, their benefits and technical aspects. The advantages and disadvantages of different dual fuel engine options are also assessed.

Tobias Kohl, Director Application Engineering Marine, Rolls-Royce SolutionsThomas Bangslund, Group Head of Technical Innovation, Svitzer

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Electrifying tug designs: it is about more than just batteries

Tamer Geckin, Director, R&D and Electrical Systems, Sanmar Shipyards

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Session Q&A

Networking lunch in the exhibition area

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A deep dive into the economics of new tug technology and overcoming potential barriers to adoption. The technical papers will present new thinking on the critical factors that drive the cost of new tug technology, including research and development, design and manufacturing, in-service experience and the potential benefits of economies of scale and standardisation. Our presenters will share examples of successful initiatives that have made innovative solutions more accessible to a wider range of tug operators.

Helping owners introduce innovation

Jonas Nyberg, Managing Director - West Hemisphere, Berg Propulsion

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Finding the balance between total life cycle costs and emission savings

Oskar Levander, SVP Business Development, Kongsberg Maritime Finland

Session Q&A

Networking coffee break in the exhibition area

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Valuable insights into the latest developments and trends in tugboat safety regulations and best practices, including the latest regulatory requirements, and the latest tools and technologies that can help to mitigate risks and improve safety outcomes. Our presenters will share best practices and case studies into meeting the practical, compliance and commercial challenges involved in ensuring safe and efficient tugboat operations.

Tugboat-Specific Simulator Standards

Mike Shives, Ship Simulation Specialist, Robert Allan Ltd

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Man overboard: a critical examination of safe operations

Scott Baker, Chairman of the British Tugowners Association (BTA), Head of Marine Standards (Europe), Svitzer

Robert Merrylees, Secretary of the British Tugowners Association (BTA), Policy Manager (Safety & Nautical), UK Chamber of Shipping

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Preventing towline failure

Feike-Jan Bergstra, Sales Manager Tug & Mooring, Hampidjan Advant

Christian Nielsen Sandøy, Sales Director, EuroRope Marine

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Session Q&A

Chairman's closing remarks

Pre-dinner drinks reception

Sponsored by:

Industry dinner &

Industry dinner sponsored by:

Awards in association with CaterpillarSponsored by:

From 22:30 to Late DAMEN After Dinner PartyBrewDog Rotterdam

Halvemaanpassage 1, 3011 DJ RotterdamA 2-minute walk from the Postillion Hotel & Convention Centre WTC.

Open to registered TUGTECHNOLOGY participants only.

Organised by:

RSVP your attendance by completing this form: DAMEN After Dinner Party

Registration, coffee and networking

A lively and informative discussion on the most pressing issues facing port and harbour operators today. Our panel of industry leaders will share their experiences and best practices for managing risk, improving efficiency and building resilience in the face of shifting demand patterns and emerging technologies as well as share perspective on new ways the industry can work together at the port and harbour interface.

Port and Harbour roundtable - the view from the quayside

Peter Degroote, Nautical Operations & Fleet Manager, Port of Antwerp-Bruges

Ben van Scherpenzeel, Director Nautical Developments, Policy & Plans, Port of Rotterdam

Session Q&A

Networking coffee break in the exhibition area

Sponsored by:

A thorough assessment of the potential advantages of new technology, including increased efficiency, reduced emissions, and improved safety outcomes. Our subject experts will also explore the key challenges and barriers to adoption, including regulatory frameworks, technological limitations and cultural factors.

From Assistant to Fully Autonomous: How new technology is redefining tug navigation

Wonchul Yoo, Senior Researcher / Product Manager, Avikus

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Spotlight interview: navigating the regulatory landscape

A live interview featuring two of the industry's foremost regulatory experts. The interview will cover the listed topics. Afterwards there will be the opportunity for delegates to get specific questions answered and be part of the more collaborative approach needed in this vital area of tug operations.

Herman Spilker, Vice President North Europe, Bureau Veritas Marine & OffshoreGijsbert De Jong, Marine Chief Executive, Nordics Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore

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Session Q&A

Networking lunch in the exhibition area

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The latest advances in tugboat design and engineering, including innovative new hull designs, propulsion systems, and deck equipment. Our presenters will explore the potential benefits of these new technologies, including increased efficiency, reduced emissions and improved safety outcomes.

A SWOT-AHP Analysis of Biodiesel as an Alternative Fuel for Tugboats

Capt Mustafa Sokukcu, Marine Pilot, PhD Candidate in Marine Engineering, UZMAR

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Sparky in service: operational insights and updates on the Damen RSD-E Tug 2513

Jean-Pierre Stevens, Product Portfolio Manager Sustainable Tugs, Damen Shipyards

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Getting to grips with new deck gear

Piet ter Schure, CEO, DMT Marine Equipment

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Transformative propulsion solutions

Jan Glas, Director Product Management & Business Intelligence, SCHOTTEL

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Session Q&A

Networking coffee break in the exhibition area

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A critical assessment of the training and skills necessary for the tug industry to transition to a decarbonised future. Conference papers will detail developing new skills and training programmes, technologies and infrastructure, how to adopt to new ways of working and assess the extent each approach supports increased efficiency, reduced emissions, improved safety outcomes and better returns.

Decarbonisation scenarios

Andrew Brown, LNG Business and Project Development Director, Smit Lamnalco

Effective training for adopting new fuels and tug concepts

Patrick Everts, General Manager Maritime Excellence Center, KOTUG International

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How to meet tug master training for the future

Kerrie Forster, Chief Executive Officer, The Workboat Association

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Session Q&A

Chairman's closing remarks and end of conference

*Programme subject to amendments / change

The prestigious ITS Awards recognise vessels, operators, innovators and individuals that set new benchmarks in operational excellence throughout the previous year. To win an ITS Award is to achieve a significant personal and professional milestone and is all-the-more memorable as these respected awards are determined by you, the industry, and presented at TUGTECHNOLOGY, an ITS event.

This year's ITS Awards 2023 were presented on Monday 22 May in Rotterdam during the prestigious Industry Dinner.

In association with:

On even years, ITS Awards are held at International Tug & Salvage Convention, Exhibition & Awards. Find out about ITS Awards 2023 HERE.

To discuss commercial opportunities at ITS Awards 2024, please contact Indrit Kruja on [email protected] or call +44 20 8370 7792.

Awarded to the owner, designer and builder of the tug, delivered in the last 12 months, that set industry benchmarks through innovative design and efficient operations.

Sponsored by:

HaiSea Wamis - The first of the Robert Allan Ltd/Sanmar ElectRA 2800-SX series ever built and the most powerful electric tugboat in the world. HaiSea Wamis was built by Sanmar Shipyards as the first of three electric tugs to arrive and operate in the traditional territories of the Haisla First Nation by HaiSea Marine, and as the first tugboat to receive the UWN notation from ABS for underwater noise reduction.

Owner: HaiSea Marine

Builder: Sanmar Shipyards

Designer: Robert Allan Ltd

Congratulations to the other shortlisted companies:

HB Poraque

Hydrotug 1

JMS Sunshine

Plis Fos

Taiga

Awarded to a tug owner that has set industry benchmarks in one or more of the following areas over the last 12 months: safety, operations, technical excellence, crewing and training, ESG, business development.

Sponsored by:

SAAM Towage for its drive for new tugs with fully-electric propulsion ordered from Sanmar Shipyards, designed by Robert Allan Ltd and classed by American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) Bureau Veritas, to cut GHG emissions and underwater noise from its Canadian towage operations and for achieving carbon-neutral operations in Colombia.

Congratulations to the other shortlisted companies:

Boluda Towage

Fairplay Towage

Svitzer

Recognising outstanding and innovative designs, projects, or vessel operations that have set new benchmarks in the tug industry over the last 12 months.

Sponsored by:

TRAnsverse tug (Svitzer/Robert Allan Ltd)Svitzer worked with Robert Allan Ltd to design a next-generation multipurpose tug with leading manoeuvring and escort capabilities supporting all types of harbour and terminal towage operations, while reducing fuel consumption. It has an omni-directional hullform and propulsion system enabling safe, swift, and seamless transition between direct and indirect towing modes. Svitzer's first TRAnsverse tug will begin operations by September 2023.

Congratulations to the other shortlisted companies:

Agile electric escort winch (Markey Machine)

E-Pusher M (Kotug International)

Hydrogen One (e1 Marine/Elliott Bay Design Group/Maritime Partners)

MarineInsight (ioCurrents)

Awarded to an individual who has made a contribution of outstanding significance to the international tug industry during their lifetime.

Sponsored by:

Ton Kooren, KOTUG/ROTORTUG

Read more about the winner here.

360 Towage & SalvageABB ABAbsolute Marine Towage

ACL ShipbrokersAl Masaood LLCAlfons Hakans

Astilleros ArmonAvikusBanchero Costa & c SpABeequipBeHydroBerg PropulsionBexcoBHP Towage ServicesBMA TechnologyBoluda Towage Belgium

Boluda Towage DeutschlandBoluda Towage Europe

Boluda Towage SpainBorusan CatBridon Bekaert

Burchett MarineBureau Veritas Bureau Veritas Marine NetherlandsCampbell Johnston ClarkCarmelo Noli SrlCaterpillarCC JensenCentury Marine

ColtugsCorvus Energy

CPT TowageCumminsDamen ShipyardsDanelecDMT Marine Equipment

DockTechDSB Offshore DSRe1 Marine LLCEchandia MarineElkon ElektrikElphiopoly

Engage Marine

European Tugowner AssociationEuroRope MarineFairplay Towage GroupFar East Towing Co

Folch Ropes

Forth Ports

Group Ocean

GranEnergia

H. Schramm Towage GmbH & Co. KGHampidjan Advant Hadera PortHelm OperationsIbercisa

IHI Power Systems Co., LtdInternational Maritime ServicesJason Engineering

Jawar Al Khaleej Shipping LLCJonRie IntertechKongsberg Maritime

Kongsberg Maritime Finland

Kongsberg Maritime TurkeyKotug InternationalKotug Maritime Services Australia

Krisale Shipbrokers A/S

KTK TugsKWx Lankhorst Ropes

Leclanche Batteries ASLionRock

Loyd ShipyardMaersk BrokerMAN Energy SolutionsMarine ConsultantMarkey MachineMed Marine

Mersin International PortMultraship Towage & Salvage

Navigator Shipping ConsultantsNederlands LoodswezenNiigata Power Systems (Europe) Njord Marine ManagementNorth West Tug Management

Offhore & Trawl Supply AS

Onsite AlignmentP&O Maritime Logistics

Pacific Workboats

PADMOS

Restech Norway

Robert AllanRolls Royce SolutionsSaam TowageSamson RopeSanmarScafi Società di Navigazione Spa

Schottel

Schottel Australia

Schottel NetherlandSeaspan Marine TransportationSekavin SA

Sensor Technologies

Serco GroupSmit LamnalcoSmit Lamnalco AustraliaSmit Lamnalco UAE

SomaraSteerpropSulnorte Servicos MaritimosSvitzerTarge TowingThe Workboat AssociationTimken

Tokyo Kisen CoTow Pro Marine Group

TowinglineTowage Unlimited GroupTOS | Ship Delivery & CrewTripmare SpaTugPins

TugeZineUK Chamber of Shipping

UK MoD Ministry of Defence

Ultraguard Antifouling

UltratugUniseaUZMAR

VDL KLIMA

VectorVoith Group

Vulkan BeneluxVulkan Couplings

Wärtsilä Voyage

Wärtsilä Italia

Westerbaen ShipbrokersWestports (M) Sdn Bhd

Western Baltic Engineering

Wider Sea

Wilson SonsWKM CornelisseZF FriedrichshafenZF Marine Krimpen

TUGTECHNOLOGY is only open to registered delegates. No visitors will have access to any part of the event.

Your exhibitor package includes the following:

If you would like further information about this event, please contact:

Sales Enquiries - Indrit Kruja, Brand Manager on [email protected] or call +44 20 8370 7792Logistics Enquiries - Louise Smith, Event Manager on [email protected] or call +44 20 8370 7794Invoice Enquiries - Simon Richardson, Finance Controller on [email protected] or call +44 20 8370 7012

Exhibitors confirmed to date:

Avikus Co., Ltd.

Booth Number: 25

www.avikus.ai

BeHydro

Booth Number: 7

www.behydro.be

Bexco

Booth Number: 12

www.bexco.be

BMA Technology

Booth Number: 24

www.bma.com.tr

Bridon-Bekaert

Booth Number: 41

www.bridon-bekaert.com

Bureau Veritas

Booth Number: 19

www.group.bureauveritas.com

Caterpillar Marine and Oil & Gas

Booth Number: 43

www.cat.com

C.C.JENSEN

Booth Number: 33

www.cjc.dk

Cummins

Booth Number: 27

www.cummins.com

Damen

Booth Number: 45

www.damen.com

Danelec

Booth Number: 2

www.danelec.com

DMT Marine Equipment

Booth Number: 38

www.dmt-winches.com

DSR Wire Corp

Booth Number: 15

www.dsr.com

ELKON

Booth Number: 36

www.elkon-tr.com

Elphiepoly

Booth Number: 32

www.elphiepoly.com

Fire Fighting Systems

Booth Number: 3

www.fifisystems.com

Force Technology

Booth Number: 1

www.forcetechnology.com

Hampidjan Advant

Booth Number: 6

www.hampidjan.com

Helm Operations

Booth Number: 10

www.helmoperations.com

Ibercisa

Booth Number: 9

www.ibercisa.es

Jason Engineering AS

Booth Number: 40

www.jason.no

JonRie InterTech

Booth Number: 29

marinewinch.com

Kongsberg

Booth Number: 50

www.kongsberg.com

KOTUG International

Booth Number: 17

www.kotug.com

Lankhorst

Booth Number: 31

www.lankhorstropes.com

LionRock

Booth Number: 11

www.lionrockmaritime.com

MAN Energy Solutions

Booth Number: 21

www.man-es.com

Markey Machine

Booth Number: 42

www.markeymachinery.com

Med Marine

Booth Number: 44

www.medmarine.com.tr

MTU

Booth Number: 47

www.mtu-solutions.com

On Site Alignment

Booth Number: 13

www.onsitealignment.com

Piriou

Booth Number: 37

www.piriou.com/en/

Restech Norway

Booth Number: 5

www.restech.no

Robert Allan

Booth Number: 20

www.ral.ca

Samson Rope Technologies

Booth Number: 39

www.samsonrope.com

Sanmar Shipyards

Booth Number: 4

www.sanmar.com.tr

Schottel

Booth Number: 35

www.schottel.de/home

Sureline Data Systems

Booth Number: 23www.sensor-technologies.co.uk

Timken Engineered Marine Solutions

Booth Number: 34

www.timken.com

TOS | Ship Delivery & Crew

Booth Number: 30

www.tos.nl

International Tug & Salvage

Booth Number:

www.rivieramm.com/international-tug-and-salvage

TUGPINS

Booth Number: 18

www.tugpins.com

Ultraguard Antifouling

Booth Number: 22

www.ultraguard-antifouling.com

UniSea

Booth Number: 49

www.unisea.no

UZMAR Shipbuilding Industry and Trade

Booth Number: 46

www.uzmar.com

Voith Group

Booth Number: 8

www.voith.com

Vulkan

Booth Number: 26

www.vulkan.com/en/

Wärtsilä Voyage Ltd

Booth Number: 14

www.wartsila.com/voyage

W.K.M Cornelisse B.V.

Booth Number: 28

www.wkmcornelisse.com

ZF Marine Krimpen

Booth Number: 48

www.zfmarinemobility.com