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India’s First All-Electric Green Tug

December 9 , 2025 15 hrs 0 min 35 0

India launched its first all-electric green tug for the Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) under the Green Tug Transition Programme (GTTP).
The tug is designed to support harbour work with silent operations, zero carbon emissions and a 60-ton bollard pull capacity.
GTTP plans to induct 50 green tugs by 2030, with 16 tugs in Phase 1 (2024–2027).
DPA, Paradip Port Authority, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority and V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority will each get two tugs in Phase 1.
The tug will help in manoeuvring, escorting and emergency work while providing data for future green projects.