Join the British Ports Association (BPA) and British Tugowners Association (BTA) for a joint seminar for London International Shipping Week. The seminar will examine the opportunities and challenges in the design, construction, and operation of green hybrid & electric tugs in the UK. When -13 September 15:00 – 18:00. Where Read more…
Following the annual BTA Conference, Edwin Lampert from Riviera Maritime wrote an article on the presentation by the UK Secretary of State’s Representative for Maritime Intervention and Salvage (SOSREP) and React Emergency Response’s Dennis Kusters. The BTA extends its gratitude to the speakers and Edwin for their expertise and professionalism, which contributed Read more…
Following the annual BTA Conference, Edwin Lampert from Riviera Maritime wrote an article on the presentation by Clydeport’s Charlie Simcox regarding the role of ports and tug operators in shipping’s decarbonisation efforts. The BTA extends its gratitude to the speakers and Edwin for their expertise and professionalism, which contributed to Read more…
Following the annual BTA Conference, Edwin Lampert from Riviera Maritime has composed an article on the presentation by SCHOTTEL’s Jörg Majewski and Julian Kimmerl regarding hybrid technologies for tugs. The BTA extends its gratitude to the speakers and Edwin for their expertise and professionalism, which contributed to the success of Read more…
The Annual Safety Seminar of the British Tugowners Association will take place on Thursday 16 November 2023 at Insurance Hall, London. The BTA is pleased to announce the theme and confirmed speakers for the 2023 Annual Safety Seminar. The all-day Seminar will take place on Thursday 16 November at Insurance Read more…
The BTA has signed up to be supporting organisation for Seatrade Salvage & Wreck, taking place on 6-7 December 2023 in London, and Chamber members may avail of a Member Discount in attending. The BTA/Chamber is pleased to say that it is a supporting organisation for Seatrade Maritime Salvage & Read more…
The British Tugowners Association (BTA) Annual General Meeting & Conference took place at the Clayton Hotel, Glasgow, on 17 May. The event brought together over 70 industry leaders, experts, and regulators to discuss pressing matters and topics of interest in the industry. The preceding day saw members undertake friendly competition Read more…
The Trustees of the Maritime Educational Foundation have agreed to provide apprenticeship bursary funding for the British Tugowners Association (BTA) Tug specific apprenticeships, including the approved OOW 500gt Near Coastal and the Small Vessel Chief Engineer 3000gt/9000kW, and the Master 500gt Near Coastal currently in development. The process for companies Read more…
The BTA Annual Safety Seminar will be held 16 November 2023. Please save the date to ensure you are able to join us for a comprehensive Seminar, designed to equip tugboat operators, captains, and crew with the knowledge and skills to enhance safety and operational performance. The event will be Read more…
The British Tugowners Association is delighted to announce the Annual General Meeting, Conference and Dinner 2023 will take place at the Clayton Hotel in Glasgow on Wednesday 17 May. The AGM, Conference and Dinner provides an ideal time for delegates to meet, exchange ideas and network. The programme is being Read more…