Danish firm Nordhavn Power Solutions has secured a contract to supply two methanol-based generator systems for Svitzer’s upcoming tugboat, which will feature a hybrid power solution.
Svitzer’s new tugboat is being constructed at Uzmar Shipyards in Turkey and is set to integrate a combination of batteries and a methanol generator system. This hybrid configuration is designed to operate with zero emissions under specific conditions, ensuring the vessel can sustain operations during longer missions when battery capacity alone may not suffice. The tugboat is expected to be delivered in the first half of 2026.
Jørk Rudolph, Chief Sales Officer at Nordhavn Power Solutions, expressed pride in contributing to Svitzer’s hybrid initiative. He stated, “Being able to contribute to Svitzer’s new hybrid solution with our methanol generator systems is a major milestone for us. Our technology plays a central role in fostering more environmentally friendly operations, motivating us to expand our impact in the future.”
Thomas Bangslund, Head of Innovation at Svitzer, emphasized the alignment of the methanol generator solution with their sustainability goals. “We are very satisfied with this solution, which supports our long-term objectives of reducing CO₂ emissions and achieving CO₂ neutrality by 2040. Nordhavn’s methanol generator solution allows us to maintain sustainable operations even in demanding situations where battery range could otherwise be a limitation,” he noted.
Nordhavn Power Solutions has previously delivered advanced methanol generator systems for various projects, including three systems for Esvagt’s new service operation vessels (SOVs).
Additionally, Svitzer has recently contracted Uzmar Shipbuilding for the construction of the world’s first battery-electric methanol tug. Designed in partnership with naval architect Robert Allan, the 34.9-meter tug will be equipped with a 6MWh battery and dual-fuel methanol engines for backup and extended range. The vessel is anticipated to perform over 90% of its operations using the battery-electric powertrain and will undertake up to 25% of Svitzer’s work in the Port of Gothenburg.
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