Shandong Xinneng Shipbuilding "Xinneng Tuo 002" 18m Tugboat

The “Xinneng Tug 002” is a key export vessel showcasing China’s electric shipbuilding capabilities, delivered to Cuba as part of a broader push for sustainable maritime solutions. As a foundational project of the Xinneng Shipbuilding new energy vessel manufacturing base—jointly established by Jining Energy, CIMC, and CATL—the “Xinneng Tug 002” demonstrates the effectiveness of the company’s intelligent, green shipbuilding model on the international stage. Its export validates the maturity and global competitiveness of China’s electric vessel technologies.

The “Xinneng Tug 002” is powered by CATL’s high-safety LFP marine battery system. The core battery technology ensures exceptional thermal stability, eliminates the risk of thermal runaway propagation, and features a durable IP67 rating for reliable operation in demanding marine environments. This robust power system enables the tug to operate with zero emissions and significantly lower noise, providing high operational efficiency while minimizing environmental impact compared to conventional counterparts. By exporting this technology overseas, the “Xinneng Tug 002” serves as a role model for sustainable tugboat operations globally, proving that Chinese-led green innovations can lead the way in reducing carbon footprints, fuel consumption, and maintenance costs for international harbor operations.