ABB has secured a contract with Cochin Shipyard to provide power and propulsion systems for two electric tugs being developed under India’s Green Tug Transition Program (GTTP). Scheduled for delivery to Polestar Maritime in 2027, these tugs will operate at the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority, India’s largest container port.
This initiative marks the first phase of the GTTP, which aims to transition India’s harbor tug fleet from diesel to greener alternatives over five phases from 2024 to 2040. ABB’s supply includes electrical, propulsion, automation, and digital solutions, featuring its Onboard DC Grid power system and PEMS power and energy management system. These technologies will optimize battery usage to meet varying power demands.
Additionally, the contract incorporates the ABB Ability Remote Diagnostic System for Marine, enhancing condition monitoring and remote troubleshooting. Shri Jose VJ, Chairman and Managing Director of Cochin Shipyard, emphasized the complexity of integrating electric propulsion and automation in harbor tugs, highlighting ABB’s expertise as a decisive factor in their selection. He expressed confidence that these vessels will exemplify the capability of Indian shipyards in leading the industry’s green transition.
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