Wabtec, Marinsa Win 20-Engine Deal for New Panama Canal Tugboats

Exciting News: Wabtec and Marinsa Secure 20-Engine Deal for Panama Canal Tugboats! Wabtec Corporation, in collaboration with Latin American Channel Partner Marinsa International, has inked a significant contract to provide the primary power for 10 groundbreaking hybrid tractor tugboats commissioned by the Panama Canal Authority (ACP). The deal involves the delivery of two 8L250MDA marine engines per tugboat, showcasing Wabtec’s commitment to environmentally conscious maritime solutions. The 30-meter tugboats will feature hybrid-electric propulsion, reducing emissions during ship towage in Panamanian ports and the canal. Delighted about this partnership, Tammy Gromacki, Wabtec’s Vice President of Marine, Stationary, and Drill, expressed their honor in contributing to the vital role the ACP plays in facilitating global trade. For more details on this game-changing collaboration, continue reading on our website.