Boluda Towage have introduced a new tugboat, “VB Responder”, to its current fleet at a renaming ceremony at the Small Boats Marina this morning. This will reinforce the company's current fleet in Gibraltar as a strategic point for maritime transport and increase the Port's capabilities and service.

The event was attended by the Hon Chief Minister, Fabian Picardo KC MP, the Hon Gemma Arias-Vasquez MP, the President of Boluda Corporación Marítima, Vicente Boluda Fos, Executive Vice President of Boluda Towage, Vicente Boluda Ceballos and the Captain of the Port, Mr John Ghio.

Vicente Boluda, President of Boluda Corporación Marítima, said: “The importance of Gibraltar and its port as a strategic hub for our operations in the strait, a real gateway from the Atlantic to the Indian Ocean via the Mediterranean, where it is essential to act with a powerful and prepared fleet such as that of Boluda Towage".

Minister for the Port, the Hon Gemma Arias-Vasquez MP, said: “Boluda's acquisition of Resolve Salvage and Fire (Gibraltar) Limited and their expansion to Gibraltar undoubtedly strengthens our maritime capabilities. This partnership reflects the Gibraltar Port’s commitment to adapting to the evolving maritime industry and enhancing the services it offers. I would like to thank Boluda for their interest in Gibraltar and I look forward to many years of collaboration."

The Chief Minister, the Hon Fabian Picardo KC MP, said: “I welcome the addition of VB Responder to Boluda Towage’s fleet as it signifies their confidence in Gibraltar not just as a strategic point in geographic terms, but a trustworthy place for business. This is also an important acquisition that strengthens the Port of Gibraltar’s maritime capabilities which will enhance their service”.

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