Tug boats help large vessels berth, unberth and shift safely in tight harbors. V. Faytaren Shipping Agency arranges tug assistance for vessels calling Batangas Bay terminals and other Philippine ports, timed with the pilot and the berth so the ship is not left waiting.
What our tug boat service covers
Batangas Bay is busy. Oil and gas terminals, power plants, bulk handlers and the government pier share the same water, and most larger vessels need one or more tugs to come alongside safely. The number and size of tugs depend on the vessel, the berth, the weather and the terminal's own rules.
As your agent, we book the tugs, confirm the order with the pilot and the terminal, and adjust the schedule when the berth or the weather changes. Getting this timing right is where most of the value lies. A tug that arrives late keeps a ship drifting at anchor, and one that is booked too early adds cost for nothing.
We arrange tug services for berthing, unberthing, shifting between berths and standby during cargo operations where the terminal requires it. Costs are included in the proforma disbursement account so there are no surprises after sailing.
What we handle
- Tug assistance for berthing and unberthing
- Shifting between berths or from anchorage
- Standby tugs where terminal rules require them
- Coordination with pilots, the terminal and PPA
- Rescheduling when the berth or weather changes
- Tug costs shown in the proforma disbursement account
- Tug arrangements at Batangas Bay private terminals
- Support at other Philippine ports we serve
How it works
Vessel details
We confirm length, tonnage, draft and the terminal's tug requirements.
Booking
Tugs are booked and matched to the pilot boarding time and berth window.
Operation
Our liaison officer follows the move and reports completion to you and the master.
Billing
Tug charges appear in the final disbursement account with supporting documents.
Ports where we provide this service
Our home port is Batangas, including the government pier and the private terminals around Batangas Bay. We also serve these Philippine ports:
- Batangas
- Manila
- Subic
- Bataan
- Quezon
- La Union
- Cagayan
- Cebu
- Samar
- Leyte
- Davao
See all ports and Batangas terminals
Why principals choose V. Faytaren Shipping Agency
We have worked at the Port of Batangas since 1976. The agency is registered with the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), holds a Philippine Ports Authority permit to operate as ship's agent, is accredited by the Bureau of Customs and is a member of the Philippine Ship Agents Association. Our day-to-day working relationships with Customs, Immigration, Quarantine, the Coast Guard, the pilots and the terminals are what keep your vessel moving.
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Frequently asked questions
How many tugs will my vessel need?
It depends on the vessel size, the berth, the weather and the terminal's rules. Send us the vessel particulars and we will confirm the requirement for your berth.
Do you own the tug boats?
We arrange and coordinate tug services as part of our agency work. Contact the office for details on the tug providers we work with at each port.
Can tugs be arranged for shifting between berths?
Yes. We arrange tugs for berthing, unberthing, shifting and standby where required.
Are tug costs included in the port estimate?
Yes. Expected tug charges are part of the proforma disbursement account we send before arrival.
