Arc Wins $160M Order For Hybrid-Electric Tugboats Arc Secures $160M Order For Hybrid-Electric Tugboats Arc Boats has made a major leap in the maritime industry by securing its first large-scale contract for hybrid-electric tugboats worth $160 million. Known for building sleek electric sport boats, the company is now expanding into ship-assist tugboats, marking a significant shift in sustainable shipping solutions. The hybrid-electric tugboats, designed to reduce pollution and improve efficiency, are set to begin operations in the Port of Los Angeles by 2027. This move not only strengthens Arc’s position in the clean energy sector but also highlights the growing demand for eco-friendly maritime technologies. Image Credits:Arc Arc Hybrid-Electric Tugboats Transforming Ports The new hybrid-electric tugboats will assist massive cargo ships in navigating ports, a role traditionally handled by diesel-powered tugs that emit harmful pollutants such as black carbon and sulfur oxides. By adopting battery-powered systems supported by electric motor…