Napier Port wants to move its diesel-powered tug boats and cranes to electric or “alternative fuel” use in the future as part of a plan to lower its carbon footprint.
Last year, Ports of Auckland welcomed Sparky to its fleet, which was reportedly the world’s first full-sized electric tugboat.
Napier Port is also rolling out more environmentally-friendly equipment and investigating ways it can lower emissions under its sustainability strategy.
The port has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Hiringa Energy to investigate renewable energy initiatives, and is now looking into alternative ways to power its diesel-run tugs, cranes and forklifts.
![Napier Port CEO Todd Dawson says they are investigating moving their tugs, cranes and forklifts away from diesel use.](https://www.nzherald.co.nz/resizer/v2/UEMOOGUWAGH7BDVNWGS4IZ52VE.jpg?auth=911b43f269f546b5d5f43ec1a8a4b540b005770413463c0144ed1f6444e7e6d0&width=16&height=11&quality=70&smart=true)