AMAK TOWING CO. INC.

AMAK Towing Co. Inc. is a company that specializes in marine towing and fleet management services. Established in 1975 and headquartered in Homer, Alaska, AMAK Towing has developed a strong reputation in the maritime industry, particularly in the Cook Inlet region. The company holds expertise in a variety of marine operations, including ship docking, vessel assist services, and tug and barge operations.


In addition to traditional towing services, AMAK Towing provides icebreaking, salvage, and oil spill response, further cementing its commitment to safety and environmental protection. The company's fleet generally consists of powerful, well-maintained tugboats equipped to handle the challenging conditions often found in Alaskan waters.


AMAK Towing serves a diverse clientele, ranging from local Alaskan businesses to international shipping companies. Over the years, the company has gained recognition for its reliability, safety protocols, and high standards of operation.


For more particular or updated information, it is advisable to consult official sources or the company's website directly.


Ships

BRIAN T

Tug | Flag: United States of America | Port: SEATTLE, WA

LE CHEVAL ROUGE

Tug | Flag: United States of America | Port: Ketchikan, AK

CHAHUNTA

Tug | Flag: United States of America | Port: Portland, OR

MUZON

Tug | Flag: United States of America | Port: Ketchikan, AK

Maritime News

China's Hold on Global Ports focus of Trump Administration

China's Hold on Global Ports focus of Trump Administration

yesterday
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Overfishing Deal Reached After 20 Years of Negotiation

Overfishing Deal Reached After 20 Years of Negotiation

2 days ago
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US Will Have Access to Australia’s Nuclear Submarine Shipyard

2 days ago
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Poland Urges EU Members to End Russian Oil Imports by 2026

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Greece Security Council Approves Purchase of Fourth Belharra Frigate from France

Greece Security Council Approves Purchase of Fourth Belharra Frigate from France

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Greece's security council, KYSEA, approved on Wednesday the purchase of a fourth Belharra frigate from France to modernise its armed forces and as it tries to keep pace with historic rival Turkey, two government sources told Reuters.Greece has a long-standing dispute with its NATO ally Turkey over maritime waters, and the security council meeting comes after Ankara said it would conduct scientific research in the Aegean Sea in the coming days.Athens agreed in 2021 to procure new Belharra frigates for about 3.0 billion euros ($3.3 billion), with an option for one more, as it aims to replace old vessels that have operated for more than 30 years in its navy.