Boluda Towage starts harbour towage operations at the Port of Esperance, extending its Australian footprint into Western Australia. The move follows the acquisition of Mackenzie Marine & Towage (MMT), a family-owned towage company with more than 50 years of experience in Western Australia’s marine towage sector.
This development forms part of Boluda Towage’s long-term strategic roadmap to strengthen its footprint in key ports across the region. By expanding operations to the West Coast, the company complements its existing presence in the North and East, reinforcing national coverage and operational capability.
With this expansion, Boluda Towage now operates a fleet of more than 43 vessels in Australia, delivering harbour towage services that meet international standards, focused on safety, efficiency, and reliability.
Following the acquisition, the leadership team at the Port of Esperance remains headed by Sean McKenzie, ensuring continuity, local expertise, and established relationships with customers and stakeholders. The approach reflects Boluda Towage’s commitment to working closely with local partners while pursuing sustainable growth.
The Port of Esperance plays a vital role in Western Australia’s export economy, particularly in the mining and agricultural sectors. Its deep-water infrastructure supports the export of iron ore, grain and other key commodities to global markets, making it a strategic addition to Boluda Towage’s global network.
This step further strengthens Boluda Towage’s position as a global maritime towage operator, with operational capacity in more than 232 ports across five continents and a fleet of over 850 vessels worldwide. Through continuous investment and expansion, the company remains focused on innovation, safety and excellence in maritime operations.
