SAAM Towage continues to move forward with its fleet renewal plan, having added five new tugboats so far in 2026, thereby strengthening its operational capabilities in the various countries where it operates.

The new vessels were designed to meet the growing demands of the maritime and port industry. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology, they help optimize efficiency, strengthen safety standards and reduce the environmental impact of operations.

This year, the tugs Guanay (Peru), Carancho (Chile), Kanan (Mexico), Hunabku (Guatemala) and Caribe (Colombia) have been added to the fleet. Equipped with engines certified under the IMO Tier II and Tier III international emissions standards, the vessels offer a bollard pull capacity of between 70 and 80 metric tons, as well as FF1-certified fire-fighting systems, which increase their versatility for medium- and high-complexity operations and emergencies.

“Our goal is to continue growing by providing reliable service to our customers, and to achieve this, we need a modern fleet that combines operational excellence, high safety standards and improved environmental performance. With these five vessels, we are not only increasing our operational flexibility at key terminals in the region, but also preparing our fleet to meet the standards that the global industry will demand in the coming decade," said Pablo Cáceres, Manager of Innovation and New Construction at SAAM Towage.

The fleet renewal process will continue over the coming months, adding new units and reaffirming the company's commitment to strengthening its leadership in the industry.