About Us
We Operate In 24 European Harbours
The Fairplay Towage Group operates in 24 European ports, delivering reliable towage, offshore, and salvage services with a fleet of over 100 modern tugs. With over 120 years of maritime expertise, we combine innovative technology with traditional maritime techniques to ensure safe and efficient operations. Our commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability makes us a trusted partner across Europe’s ports and beyond.
Our services at a glance
With over 120 years of maritime expertise, the FAIRPLAY TOWAGE Group delivers reliable towage solutions, from harbour assistance to offshore operations, ensuring safety and efficiency every step of the way.
Expert towage services across Europe’s busiest ports
Harbour Tugboat Assistance
Reliable tug services for safe vessel maneuvering in all ports and conditions.
- Expert support for berthing and unberthing.
- Suitable for all vessel sizes and port conditions.
Coastal Towage
Secure tug support for docking and departure in any maritime conditions.
- Expert support for docking and departure.
- Adaptable to all vessel sizes and ocean conditions.
Offshore / Deep Sea Towage
Efficient towing for offshore and deep-sea operations, tailored to long-distance needs.
- Specialized for challenging offshore conditions.
- Suitable for all types of maritime towing needs.
Trusted by Industry Leaders
Germany
Hamburg, Bremerhaven, Wilhelmshaven, Bremen, Brake, Nordenham, Brunsbüttel, Stade, Stralsund, Rostock, Wismar, Wedel, Wolgast, Sassnitz, Mukran, & Nord-Ostsee-Kanal.
The close proximity of German ports enables us to reposition our tugs efficiently, ensuring quick and flexible responses to traffic surges.
Poland
Gdynia, Pölnitz, Stettin & Swinemünde
Since 2006, our tugs have been operating along the Polish coast. The LNG tankers calling at the LNG terminal in Świnoujście are assisted by us.
Netherlands
Rotterdam, Dordrecht, Moerdijk, Flushing & Terneuzen
Our tugs have been operating in Europe’s largest port since 1998, providing services across all areas, including Maasvlakte I & II, Europoort, Botlek, Rotterdam City, Dordrecht, and Moerdijk. Additionally, our partner company, Multraship, handles vessels on the Dutch side of the River Scheldt, covering ports like Terneuzen and Flushing.
Belgium
Antwerpen & Ghent
Our tugs have been assisting vessels in Antwerp since 2008, operating at the outer port and locks. Additionally, our partner company Multraship provides tug services for ships in Ghent.
Germany
Hamburg, Bremerhaven, Wilhelmshaven, Bremen, Brake, Nordenham, Brunsbüttel, Stade, Stralsund, Rostock, Wismar, Wedel, Wolgast, Sassnitz, Mukran, and the Kiel-Kanal.
The close proximity of German ports enables us to reposition our tugs efficiently, ensuring quick and flexible responses to traffic surges.
Poland
Gdynia, Police, Szczecin & Świnoujście
Since 2006, our tugs have been operating along the Polish coast. The LNG tankers calling at the LNG terminal in Świnoujście are assisted by us.
Netherlands
Rotterdam, Dordrecht, Moerdijk, Flushing & Terneuzen
Our tugs have been operating in Europe’s largest port since 1998, providing services across all areas, including Maasvlakte I & II, Europoort, Botlek, Rotterdam City, Dordrecht, and Moerdijk. Additionally, our partner company, Multraship, handles vessels on the Dutch side of the River Scheldt, covering ports like Terneuzen and Flushing.
Belgium
Antwerpen & Ghent
Our tugs have been assisting vessels in Antwerp since 2008, operating at the outer port and locks. Additionally, our partner company Multraship provides tug services for ships in Ghent.
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Latest News
Tugboat ballet 2025 – NDR as a guest at FAIRPLAY-57
Once again this year, the Fairplay Towage Group, 2025 was part of the traditional tugboat ballet for Hamburg’s harbor birthday – an impressive team performance
A warm welcome to FAIRPLAY-97!
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