Ard-Jan Kooren, President and CEO of KOTUG, stated “We are very happy to be working with AKA
on this exciting project. Like AKA, KOTUG has established a reputation as an innovator in the work
boat industry. Our Rotor Tug concept is an example of our ability to turn a good idea into reality.
We believe that introducing AKA’s hybrid technology into our fleet is the next step in demonstrating
our ongoing commitment to the environment.”
AKA’s award winning XeroPoint Hybrid system has proven successful in reducing emissions and creating
significant fuel and maintenance cost savings. Jason Aspin, AKA’s CEO, remarked “AKA is pleased to be
working with KOTUG in the continued deployment of practical hybrid solutions in the workboat industry.
We are fortunate to have clients like KOTUG that recognize technology’s role in improving their environmental performance.”
AKA is committed to incorporating innovative advances in energy storage technologies as evidenced by
the use of Corvus Energy’s advanced lithium polymer batteries for this project.
About AKA
Aspin Kemp & Associates (AKA) is a systems integration company specializing in developing, implementing,
supporting and maintaining engineering solutions in the marine and offshore oil and gas industries.
AKA has developed and manufactures the world’s first hybrid energy management system for tugboats.
Established in 1996 with headquarters in Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada, AKA operates internationally
with offices in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia; Stratford, Prince Edward Island; Houston, Texas and Singapore.
Our highly skilled team is dedicated to developing and delivering leading edge technologies and cost-effective
applications to our worldwide client base.
About KOTUG
KOTUG is a European maritime service provider with its head office in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.
KOTUG has a modern fleet consisiting of 30 tugs with bollard pulls ranging from 30 to 90 tons.
Services include harbour towage, coastal & deep sea towage, tug management, chartering, brokerage,
salvage, offshore services and assistance to marine dredging operations. With almost a century of
experience, KOTUG has built its reputation as a competitive and innovative player in the maritime
industry. KOTUG recently won the Dutch Fuel Reduction Competition Award and the company’s
committment to the environment includes the use of sulphur free fuels and other initiatives.
