ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — The pulling requirement for the tow of a Royal Dutch Shell PLC floating drill rig was revised upward by more than 50 percent after the vessel ran aground in December off ...

Island Victory's 477-mt bollard pull rating is a record for towing power. However, there are some other vessels that boast some stunning stats of their own.

The ASD Tug 2813 boasts a bollard pull in excess of 80 tonnes for harbor assistance. Both vessels will be fitted with external FiFi capabilities for swift response to emergencies.

Polestar Maritime Ltd, a major player in the niche market of harbour tugs, coastal towing and marine services at ports, has placed orders for two 70 T Bollard Pull tugs with the Cochin Shipyard ...