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B.C. Tugboat News

CANADA’S NEW NAVAL LARGE TUGS

When you operate Navy ships, relying on commercial tugs that may not be available when needed isn’t your preferred operational plan. The Canadian Navy has their own small fleet of five yard tugs Glen class large tugs (45-47 years old), five smaller harbour tugs (the...

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Palmer Johnson Power Systems: A Leader in the Marine Industry

Palmer Johnson Power Systems: A Leader in the Marine Industry

The story of Palmer Johnson Power Systems is one of ongoing growth and awesome transformation. Before becoming a world-class distributor, Palmer Johnson’s origins can be traced back over 100 years starting in the boating industry as Sturgeon Bay Boat Works in Sturgeon...

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Forward. Together.

Forward. Together.

It’s been a big year for Ledcor Marine. As part of Ledcor’s Resources and Transportation (LRT) group they are celebrating their 12th year working on British Columbia waterways, in addition to Ledcor celebrating 75 years in November 2022. Today’s Ledcor is the product...

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