"What keeps me motivated is the opportunity to keep learning, take on new challenges and be part of a team that moves the industry forward."
Elkin Orlando Matorel Payares
Chief Engineer – Ultratug Colombia
"Great operations start with great people. My role is helping teams work safely, confidently and with a shared sense of purpose."
Adrián Madrigal Ponce
Crewing & HSSEQ Manager – Ultratug Mexico
"Years at sea have taught me that growth comes from dedication, respect and never stopping learning."
Héctor Joao Miranda Paredes
Deckhand – Ultratug Ecuador
"Nearly three decades in the maritime industry have taught me that every challenge is an opportunity to learn, grow and contribute in new ways."
Napoleon Sotomayor
Operations & HSSEQ Manager – Ultratug Ecuador
The teams behind every operation.
Where every maneuver begins
Skilled deck crews supporting safe, efficient and reliable maritime operations every day.
From maneuver execution to onboard support, our crews play a critical role in every operation across the region.
Connecting every operation
Coordinating vessels, ports and teams to keep maritime operations running seamlessly.
From voyage planning to real-time coordination, our operations teams keep every vessel, port and crew moving as one.
Keeping our fleet ready
Maintaining reliable tugboats through technical expertise, preventive maintenance and operational excellence.
From preventive inspection to dry-dock overhaul, our technical teams keep the fleet ready long before it is needed.
Safety drives every decision
Promoting safety, quality and environmental excellence across every maritime operation.
From daily risk assessment to continuous training, our HSSEQ teams protect the people, vessels and ports behind every operation.
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ULTRATUG MEXICO has been operating at the port of Lazaro Cardenas since 2017. It boasts a highly qualified team of crew members and holds ISM Certification. It operates the most modern and powerful fleet in the port. A modern, versatile fleet of 3 ASD tugboats with an average age of 7 years.
Each year, ULTRATUG MEXICO successfully executes more than 4,000 maneuvers, showcasing their commitment to efficiency and excellence in maritime operations.
ULTRATUG CHILE has provided harbour towage on the Chilean coast since 1966, when the first Ultramar tug arrived in Arica. Today it operates in Arica and 19 more ports across the country.
Its fleet of 25 units comprises 23 tugboats (100% ASD, with an average bollard pull of 72 tonnes), 1 AHTS and 1 pilot boat.
ULTRATUG COLOMBIA (Coltugs) has provided harbour towage in Colombia since 2014, on both the Caribbean and Pacific coasts: Cartagena, Buenaventura, Tumaco and seven more ports.
Its fleet of 13 tugboats is 92% ASD, with an average bollard pull of 68 tonnes, supported by one crew boat.
ULTRATUG ECUADOR has provided harbour towage in Ecuador since 2007, at Monteverde, La Libertad, Guayaquil and one more port.
Its fleet of 4 tugboats has an average bollard pull of 69 tonnes; half of it is ASD.
ULTRATUG PERU provides harbour towage along the Peruvian coast, at Etén, Salaverry, Chimbote, Callao and six more ports. Its fleet of 15 tugboats is 100% ASD, with an average bollard pull of 57 tonnes.
Each year, ULTRATUG PERU supports more than 10,000 maneuvers, prioritizing safety and uptime for its terminal partners.
ARTUG (Ultratug Argentina) provides harbour towage at San Lorenzo and 16 more ports. The group has operated tugboats in Argentina since 1992.
Its fleet of 7 tugboats is 100% ASD, with an average bollard pull of 58 tonnes.
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ULTRATUG URUGUAY (Urutug) has provided harbour towage in Uruguay since 2011, at Punta Pereira and other ports on the Río de la Plata.
Its fleet of 2 tugboats is 100% ASD, with an average bollard pull of 61 tonnes.
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