The company from Randers must supply two methanol-based generator systems for a larger hybrid solution on Svitzer’s new tug, which will be the first of its kind.

Methanol is increasingly being used as the green alternative in new ships. Maersk was first and now Svitzer is following suit with a solution where two methanol-based generator systems from Nordhavn Power Solution are combined with batteries in a new tugboat.

“Being able to contribute to Svitzer’s new hybrid solution with our methanol generator plant is a big milestone for us at Nordhavn Power Solutions. We are proud that our technology plays a central role towards more environmentally friendly operations, and this motivates us to deliver to even more in the future,” says Jørk Rudolph, CSO at Nordhavn Power Solutions.

The tug is one part of Svitzer’s strategy to reduce the CO2 footprint. It is being built at the Turkish shipyard Uzmar Shipyards and is scheduled for delivery in the first half of 2026.

“We are very satisfied with this solution, which supports our long-term goal of reducing our CO2 emissions and becoming CO2-neutral by 2040. With Nordhavn’s methanol generator solution, we can ensure that the ship’s operation remains sustainable even in very demanding operations where otherwise the range of the battery could have been a limitation,” says Thomas Bangslund, Head of Innovation at Svitzer.

(Source: Maritime Danmark)