We are proud to announce the successful installation of the MAHI Remote Operation solution on the 32-meter-long tugboat ‘ENCO’, owned and operated by Ultratug. The aim is to improve safety through remote-assisted operation. Ultratug is one of the leading harbour and offshore towage services providers in the Americas.

This groundbreaking project includes the installation of MAHI Sense hardware and additional equipment such as advanced cameras, allowing for the tugboat to be remotely operated by experienced masters from a newly established Remote Operation Center in Viña Del Mar. The MAHI Sense hardware interfaces with the Caterpillar main engines, Schottel thrusters, Furuno radar, Starlink Maritime and various other systems onboard the tugboat, enabling safe remote operation.

Felipe Meza, Tugboat Fleet Manager of Ultratug – Chile: «This initiative is crucial for enhancing the safety and efficiency of our fleet. At Ultratug, we believe in seamlessly blending our consistent knowledge and experience with cutting-edge solutions while prioritizing safety and efficiency.
Integrating MAHI’s technology aligns perfectly with our vision of advancing our operational capabilities and maintaining our commitment to innovation. We look forward to piloting MAHI’s cutting-edge technology and exploring potential opportunities for a further roll-out across the Ultranav fleet.» Pieter-Jan Note, CEO of MAHI: «We experience a growth in the demand and adoption of remote operation navigation systems. The technology is rapidly developing and enables new ways of operating vessels. It’s great to make the maritime industry safer, while working alongside a partner like Ultratug, considering our shared values of excellence, safety and passion.»

Furthermore, we want to thank Victor Soto, Manuel Rosales, Christian Sepulveda and Eduardo Bañados for the seamless collaboration to integrate the MAHI system on ENCO and look forward to working together on the next phase.

**About Ultratug**
Ultratug is a Chilean tugboat operator offering harbour/offshore towage and salvage services across most South American countries. Known for its tradition of excellence and innovation, Ultratug continues to set standards in maritime towage. Ultratug is part of the Ultranav, a privately owned group of shipping companies with offices in 19 countries. They operate through twelve businesses in five market segments: Tankers, gas, dry bulk, coastal trades and towage & offshore.

**About MAHI**
MAHI is a Belgian company specializing in the development and commercialization of autonomous navigation technology. Our solutions range from assisted and safe navigation systems, remote operation solutions to advanced remote supervision solutions, driving the future of maritime operations.