Moran operates an extensive, powerful and carefully maintained fleet of vessels including over 100 versatile tugboats, 9 articulated tug barges (ATBs), 3 tank barge vessels, and 6 ocean-going dry cargo vessels.

Since 1860, Moran has been assisting ships, towing vessels, transporting liquid and dry bulk cargo and servicing LNG terminal ventures. Our first-rate fleet of tugs and barges and our highly trained employees go to work each day with the single goal of moving our customers’ vessels and cargo safely, efficiently and responsibly.

Tugboats are integral to barge transportation, as they pull barges along rivers, canals, and other waterways. In this blog post, we will explore the mechanics behind barge towing and examine how tugboats are used to transport goods efficiently and safely.

Once a single tugboat or multiple tugboats have moved a barge or vessel into port, they can either tow using a tow line or push it into dock. If a tow line is needed, this can be done with either direct or indirect towing. With direct towing, the tugboat pulls the large vessel straight ahead.

Crowley’s diverse fleet of tugs and barges bring confidence and an added layer of safety to every job. From high-horsepower, high-endurance tugs with dynamic positioning capabilities; to powerful, nimble harbor tugs; to high-deck-strength U.S.- and foreign-flag barges up to 400’ X 130’, we have vessels for whatever the job entails.

Articulated tug barges (ATBs) consist of a tank vessel (barge) and a large, powerful tug that is positioned in a notch in the stern of the barge, which enables the tug to propel and maneuver the barge.

Our tugboats range from 600 HP to 2000 HP and are utilized for towing, rig tending, and construction. We provide tugs to support drilling rigs both inland and in the Gulf of Mexico. Our larger tugs tow rigs from one location to another as well as transport cargo.

McAllister Towing operates a fleet of more than 75 tugboats, crew boats and barges in 17 locations along the U.S. East Coast from Portland, ME to San Juan, PR.

Since, 1979 Island Tug & Barge has provided reliable tug and barge services within the Puget Sound, Canada, Alaska, and West Coast. Our specialized barge fleet offers a broad range of capabilities that allow for flexible and cost effective marine transportation solutions.

Hull Dimensions: 25’ x 14’ x 4’5” Weight: # 43,000 These truckable tugs are swift, highly manueverable and easy to operate with their Electro-hydraulic steering system. They include PTO driven pumps driven off Twin Disk MG-5075SC Marine Transmissions. Flanking Rudders are available as an option.