Supporting the launching of ships
Tugboats play a crucial role in assisting with the launching of ships, particularly large vessels, by providing crucial maneuvering and control during the process. They are essential for safe and efficient launching, especially in confined waterways or when a ship needs to be moved out of a dock.
With a team of 4 tugboats now operating and 1 azimuth tugboat is being build to operate in early 2026, Hai Au is capable to assist the lauching of vessel with LOA up to 240m.
✔ Objective: providing crucial maneuvering and control during the launching process.
✔ Benefits: safe and efficient launching, especially in confined waterways or when a ship needs to be moved out of a dock.