KOTUG International

Name: KOTUG International
Address: Rotterdam, NL
Telephone: +31102170217
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The leading international towage and maritime company. We are KOTUG. We take an innovation-led, sustainable approach to help our clients invent their future.

Driven by our passion ‘Ahead in Maritime Excellence’, we empower our clients and stakeholders with a complete portfolio. This includes designing, building, chartering, and operating vessels, training personnel, providing innovative consultancy services, and offering comprehensive procurement and logistics solutions on a worldwide scale. KOTUG is active in Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, Middle East, North and South America and the Caribbean and continues to expand its operations worldwide. Our long-standing knowledge is consolidated in KOTUG’s Maritime Excellences Center which provides training & consultancy. With roots going back as far as 1911, KOTUG is a family-owned company and trusted voice and partner of leading companies within the Maritime Industry. www.kotug.com

01/10/2026

KOTUG strengthens its presence in the Middle East with the acquisition of a majority stake in Vortex Offshore.

This strategic step brings together KOTUG’s global expertise in towage and maritime services with Vortex Offshore’s established presence and operational capabilities in the region.

The acquisition marks an important milestone in our international growth strategy, expanding our operational footprint in the Middle East and strengthening our ability to serve customers across key offshore and maritime markets.

Together, we are building on strong foundations, combining local expertise with global capabilities to create new opportunities for sustainable growth.

Read the full announcement and learn more about this important step in KOTUG’s journey: https://bit.ly/4hkYDtM

Ahead in Maritime Excellence.

22/09/2026

A very special day at KOTUG.

During a celebration at our Rotterdam headquarters marking his 60th birthday and three decades as a member of KOTUG’s management, our President & CEO Ard-Jan Kooren was surprised with a Royal Decoration.

His Majesty King Willem-Alexander appointed Ard-Jan as Knight in the Order of Orange-Nassau (Ridder in de Orde van Oranje-Nassau), presented by Tim Versnel, Deputy Mayor of Rotterdam.

The distinction recognises Ard-Jan’s longstanding contribution to the maritime industry, the international reputation of the Port of Rotterdam, maritime innovation and sustainability, as well as his commitment to society through the Kooren Foundation and other community initiatives.

Congratulations, Ard-Jan, from all Kotuggers around the world.

A proud moment for you, your family and the entire KOTUG family.

Read the full article: https://bit.ly/4ycSohE

27/08/2026

We’re heading to the Wereldhavendagen 2026!

From 4 to 6 September, KOTUG will be at the Innovation Quay in Rotterdam, showcasing how innovation is helping shape the future of maritime operations.

Visit the KOTUG booth to meet our team, discover our latest solutions and innovations, and learn more about how we are driving safer, smarter and more sustainable maritime operations.

We look forward to welcoming you at the Innovation Quay, next to Hotel New York in Rotterdam.

Ahead in Maritime Excellence.

04/08/2026

We're proud to see CTC (Procurement and Logistics company member of KOTUG's Group) featured in the latest edition of Rotterdam Insight magazine, highlighting the expertise and dedication that drive our operations every day.

At CTC, we believe that strong partnerships, operational excellence and continuous innovation are essential to supporting the maritime industry. Being recognised in a publication dedicated to the Port of Rotterdam and its maritime ecosystem is a great opportunity to share our story with a wider audience.

We would also like to thank Port of Opportunities for inviting us to take part in this interview and helping make this feature possible. Their commitment to connecting people and organisations across the port community continues to create valuable opportunities.

A big thank you to the Rotterdam Insight team for the feature.

Read the full article and discover how CTC is contributing to the future of the maritime industry: https://lnkd.in/e2d_9PWv

03/08/2026

Excellent OSR Drill Performance at GTA Hub

We are proud to recognise the outstanding performance of the crews aboard SD Djoudj and SD Chatboul during a recent Oil Spill Response (OSR) exercise at the FLNG platform off the coast of Senegal and Mauritania.

The exercise focused on containment and recovery deployment, with both KOTUG tugs successfully handling the boom and skimmer while demonstrating excellent vessel manoeuvring in both "J" and "U" formations. Throughout the drill, the crews followed established procedures, conducted comprehensive toolbox talks, and executed the operation safely and compliantly.

The exercise received exceptional feedback from our client, who described it as "the best drill yet," recognising the significant progress made through continuous learning, collaboration and operational excellence.

This achievement reflects the professionalism, competence and dedication of our crews, who continue to strengthen their capabilities and deliver safe, reliable marine operations every day.

Congratulations to the crews of SD Djoudj and SD Chatboul, and to everyone involved in planning and executing this successful exercise. Your commitment to continuous improvement is what keeps KOTUG Ahead in Maritime Excellence.

29/07/2026

Efficiency doesn't happen by chance. It is the result of preparation, coordination and the commitment to execute every task with precision.

At KOTUG, every movement has a purpose and every operation is built on experience, teamwork and continuous improvement. This is how we deliver safe, reliable and efficient operations for our clients, day after day.

Built to Last. That's KOTUG.

22/07/2026

Safety is more than a procedure. It is a mindset that guides every decision, every operation and every person across KOTUG.

Whether on board, ashore or offshore, we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can perform at their best and return home safely. Because operational excellence starts with looking after our people.

Every task. Every day. Every time.

Ahead in Maritime Excellence.

15/07/2026

Behind every successful operation is a team of dedicated professionals who bring expertise, commitment and teamwork to everything they do.

Across every vessel, every shift and every challenge, our people are the driving force behind KOTUG. Their knowledge, resilience and passion enable us to deliver safe and reliable operations, day after day.

To everyone who wears the KOTUG name with pride: thank you for making the difference.

One KOTUG. One Team.

08/07/2026

Excellence at sea is never the result of a single moment. It is built every day through the dedication of our people, the reliability of our vessels, and an unwavering commitment to delivering safe, dependable operations wherever we work.

From our teams on board to every operation we support in Angola (video), we continue to push the boundaries of what maritime excellence means. Because moving the industry forward starts with the people who make it happen.
Ahead in Maritime Excellence.

30/06/2026

Today marks an important milestone for the future of sustainable maritime operations in the Netherlands.

Rijkswaterstaat has officially launched the research and development phase of the Power2Tow innovation partnership. We are proud to be part of Kustkracht, one of the three selected consortia, bringing together KOTUG International, IHC Defence and Bluewater Energy Services to develop innovative solutions for the next generation of near zero-emission Emergency Response Towing Vessels (ERTVs).

Together, the Kustkracht consortium will contribute to the development of electric emergency response towing vessels, offshore and onshore charging infrastructure, and an operational concept that supports a safer and more sustainable North Sea. The vessels will operate primarily on electric power, with sustainable e-methanol providing the energy needed for emergency towing operations.

Power2Tow represents a new way of driving innovation through collaboration between government and industry, helping accelerate the transition towards cleaner, smarter and more resilient maritime operations.

We look forward to working alongside Rijkswaterstaat and the other project partners to shape the future of emergency response at sea.

Click here to read the full press release: https://bit.ly/4y22e6k

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Rotterdam

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+31102170217

Website

http://www.kotug.com/

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