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SAFEEN Group Trials First Electric Tug in Middle Eastfor Marine Services Fleet

Zero emissions during operation contributes significantly to reducing the carbon footprint of maritime activities

Abu Dhabi, UAE21May2024:SAFEEN Group, part of AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS), has announced it is trialling an electric tug within their Marine Services fleet, the first of its kind in the Middle East, which will be deployed at AD Ports Group’s flagship facility, Khalifa Port.

Unveiled during the 27th International Tug & Salvage Convention, Exhibition & Awards 2024, Dubai, the Damen RSD-ETug 2513 is an all-electric harbour tug, expected to provide numerous advantages including zero emissions from “Tank to Propeller”,operational efficiency thanks to boasting a 70-ton bollard pull able to handle the largest vessels,and cost-effectiveness due to lower maintenance costs compared to diesel-powered counterparts.

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