The Hidden Capacity of a Port Is Control
Channel depth and berth length do not tell the whole story. A port also needs enough control to move large vessels safely.
Channel depth and berth length do not tell the whole story. A port also needs enough control to move large vessels safely.
A tug can be close to a large vessel and still be too late to help. This article examines when connected escort towage is justified near critical infrastructure.
A Novatug simulator study tested one connected Carrousel Rave Tug after a containership lost propulsion near critical infrastructure.