Seattle-based Foss Maritime a marine services company unveils that it is planning to build the world’s first true hybrid tug boat, a ‘green’ vessel that will substantially reduce harmful nitrogen oxide, particulate matter, sulphur dioxide and carbon emissions.
This tug-boat will be designed to consume less fuel and low noise as compared to its conventional forerunners. It will almost resemble Dolphin-class tug boats as shown above and will also match their 5000 horsepower capacity.
Its drive units will be powered by batteries coupled with diesel generators to feature a modified engine room accommodating two 670 horsepower battery packs and two 335 horsepower generators.
This Foss hybrid tug is scheduled to go into production later this year but the project still has to wait for final board approval.
Via: Myninjaplease
