US boatbuilder Arc wins $160m order for hybrid-electric tugs

The new tugs will be built in collaboration with the Snow and Company shipyard, with the first four vessels committed for delivery before the end of 2027.

Each tug will be powered by Arc's electric powertrains, which will deliver over 4,000 horsepower (2,893 kilowatts) and will be backed by a six megawatt-hour battery buffer.