ABB bags order from Cochin Shipyard to supply power and propulsion systems

New Delhi: ABB on Thursday said the company has secured an order from Cochin Shipyard to supply power and propulsion systems for two upcoming electric tugs at Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority.

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A tug is a vessel used to push and escort large cargo ship and vessels in and out of the port area.

In a statement, ABB said it "has won a contract with Cochin Shipyard to supply power and propulsion systems for two forthcoming electric tugs. Due for delivery to Polestar Maritime in 2027 as part of Phase 1 of India's Green Tug Transition Programme (GTTP) the vessels will operate out of JNPA."

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ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation.

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