--- title: "Maneuver Data: Tug Motion Tracking per Job | LionRock" description: Get motion-tracking data - rotation, push/pull, positioning, speed and acceleration by job phase - from LionRock's TugIO data API. image: https://lionrockmaritime.com/hubfs/6_2%20Maneuver%20Data%20-%20Tug%20IO%20-%20LionRock%20Maritime%20Resource.webp --- [Skip to Content](https://lionrockmaritime.com/report/maneuver-data#body) [![Lionrock Maritime Logo](https://lionrockmaritime.com/hubfs/LionRock-Logo-Liggend-Payoff-Svg.svg "Lionrock Maritime Logo")](https://lionrockmaritime.com/) Toggle Menu - [Solutions](https://lionrockmaritime.com/solution) Toggle children for Solutions - [PowerCaptain](https://lionrockmaritime.com/solution/powercaptain) - [PortCaptain](https://lionrockmaritime.com/solution/portcaptain) - [PortExplorer](https://lionrockmaritime.com/solution/portexplorer) - [FuelExplorer](https://lionrockmaritime.com/solution/fuelexplorer) - [EmissionExplorer](https://lionrockmaritime.com/solution/emissionexplorer) - [TugIO](https://lionrockmaritime.com/solution/tugio) - Resources Toggle children for Resources - [Reports](https://lionrockmaritime.com/report) - [Knowledge Base](https://lionrockmaritime.com/kb) - [Blog](https://lionrockmaritime.com/tugboat-news) - [CO2-Reduction Calculator](https://lionrockmaritime.com/co2reductioncalculator) - [Pricing](https://lionrockmaritime.com/pricing) - [Contact](https://lionrockmaritime.com/contact) - Open Search Search Submit Search - [Talk to Sales](https://lionrockmaritime.com/demo) ![Maneuver Data - TugIO - LionRock Maritime Resource](https://lionrockmaritime.com/hs-fs/hubfs/6_2%20Maneuver%20Data%20-%20Tug%20IO%20-%20LionRock%20Maritime%20Resource.webp?width=2375&height=1699&name=6_2%20Maneuver%20Data%20-%20Tug%20IO%20-%20LionRock%20Maritime%20Resource.webp) Reports: TugIO # Maneuver Data Turning Maneuver Intelligence into Operational Excellence and Fuel Efficiency   Tugboat manoeuvres, whether rotational turns, push-pull actions, or escorting, are critical yet complex components of every port operation. Without visibility into how these actions are executed, tug companies risk excessive fuel use, mechanical strain, and safety deviations. The **Maneuver Data** module transforms this blind spot into a strategic asset. It delivers precise, time-stamped insights into the physical actions of tugs during each phase of a job, using real-time motion tracking, speed patterns, and position data. Executive answer ## Maneuver data for tugboat operations Maneuver data shows how a tug actually performs the work, not just when the job started and ended. By connecting speed, position, rotation, push-pull behavior, and timestamps, operators can improve safety reviews, fuel efficiency, and operational benchmarking. [Explore TugIO](https://lionrockmaritime.com/solution/tugio)[Review job-level data](https://lionrockmaritime.com/report/job-level-data)[Read timestamp guide](https://lionrockmaritime.com/tugio-job-timestamps-and-their-operational-value-knowledge-base) By mapping manoeuvre behaviour against fuel consumption and vessel position, the dashboard offers full transparency into how tugs operate during high-impact scenarios. From benchmarking captain technique to refining training protocols, **Maneuver Data** helps operators cut fuel waste, extend equipment lifespan, and improve safety margins at the heart of the port. Get started today ![LionRock Crane Icon](https://lionrockmaritime.com/hs-fs/hubfs/crane.webp?width=512&height=512&name=crane.webp) + Ports Explored ![LionRock fuel Icon](https://lionrockmaritime.com/hs-fs/hubfs/fuel.webp?width=512&height=512&name=fuel.webp) €   + Worldwide Annual Cost Savings ![LionRock co2 icon](https://lionrockmaritime.com/hs-fs/hubfs/co2.webp?width=512&height=512&name=co2.webp) KG   + KGs of CO2 saved Report overview ## How the Maneuver Data can help your business This report presents a data-driven analysis using **TugIO’s Manoeuvre Data**, developed by **LionRock Maritime**, to show how key tugboat manoeuvres can be tracked and assessed across operations. The module captures real-time inputs on rotational movement, thrust direction, escorting behaviour, braking patterns, and spatial alignment during assistance jobs. By visualising these metrics across vessel, fleet, and operator levels, Manoeuvre Data enables a clearer understanding of how tugboats are handling their tasks, identifying areas for improvement in technique, energy use, and risk mitigation. The result is enhanced operational consistency, data-backed training, and improved decision-making across tug operations, regardless of port size or tug class. ![LionRock Maritime Tugboat Maneuver Data - Dashboard](https://lionrockmaritime.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-10-28%20at%2009.03.27.webp?width=1965&height=1082&name=Screenshot%202025-10-28%20at%2009.03.27.webp "LionRock Maritime Tugboat Maneuver Data - Dashboard") Insight 1 ## Rotation Rotation analysis in TugIO tracks how a tug's heading changes during manoeuvres, identifying turning angles, rates, and directional shifts. This data is critical when assessing the tug's ability to perform rotational movements around a fixed or moving pivot point, such as during berthing or docking. By evaluating heading change patterns in relation to job phase and fuel consumption, operators can diagnose overuse of rudder, inefficient turning paths, or excessive course corrections - key indicators for safety and performance optimisation. Insight 2 ## Push/Pull TugIO’s push/pull analysis captures when the tugboat is exerting force on a vessel, either pushing alongside or pulling via towline. By correlating this with fuel rate and vessel response, you gain visibility into the effectiveness and energy efficiency of bollard pull deployment. This helps validate whether the tug’s force output aligns with operational expectations, especially during demanding manoeuvres like ship turning or tight channel entry. Insight 3 ## Tug Position Tug position data reveals where the tug is located in relation to the assisted vessel and the manoeuvre zone. TugIO uses geo-positioning and relative distance modelling to identify whether the tug is in a pushing position, escort position, or standing by. It flags if the tug is too far to assist or drifting off optimal alignment. This ensures precise control during positioning phases and highlights risks associated with misalignment, delay, or inefficient approach. Insight 4 ## Speed and Acceleration Speed and acceleration profiles are captured continuously to show how the tugboat approaches, engages, and exits a manoeuvre. Variations in acceleration, especially sudden decelerations or spikes, can indicate aggressive handling or misjudged timing. When paired with fuel rate and job phase, this insight allows operators to pinpoint inefficiencies, reduce unnecessary power usage, and enhance crew training around smoother, more predictable motion handling. Insight 5 ## Escorting Escort mode insights in TugIO identify when the tug is tracking alongside a vessel at matching speed, providing braking, steering, or stabilising force. By analysing escort phases through position, speed, and rotational activity, operators can assess how effectively tugs are maintaining alignment and readiness. The system highlights deviations from expected escort paths or durations, key for performance benchmarking, safety compliance, and incident review. Insight 6 ## Steering Steering insight captures how the tug adjusts its heading via rudder input during critical manoeuvres. Combined with rotational rate data and job phase, TugIO reveals whether steering inputs are excessive, too frequent, or late. This offers valuable feedback for helmsman performance, training needs, and route planning. Early detection of erratic steering can reduce fuel waste and wear on mechanical systems. Insight 7 ## Braking TugIO identifies when braking occurs, whether through engine reverse thrust or natural drag, and analyses the rate and timing of deceleration. This data is essential for understanding stopping distances under various load conditions, evaluating emergency readiness, and refining approach strategies. Efficient braking reduces collision risks and fuel burn during idle-to-stop transitions. ### Included Reports **Insights we provide:** - Rotation - Push/pull - Tug position - Speed and acceleration - Escorting - Steering - Breaking [Schedule a Demo](https://lionrockmaritime.com/demo) We Have Answers ## Frequently Asked Questions Here are some of the most frequently asked questions we receive and their answers, all gathered in one place. What types of maneuvers can TugIO detect and analyse? TugIO identifies and analyses a range of tug operations including rotation, push/pull, escorting, steering adjustments, and braking. Each action is recorded in relation to speed, fuel usage, and vessel proximity to give a full picture of performance. How does this data help improve safety? By providing detailed insight into tug positioning, response times, and control accuracy, TugIO allows operators to detect inefficiencies, correct hazardous behaviours, and ensure adherence to safety protocols during complex manoeuvres. Can TugIO data be integrated with other systems? Yes. TugIO’s manoeuvre data is designed to integrate with existing fleet management, fuel monitoring, and port traffic systems via API or data exports, enabling seamless reporting and enhanced operational decision-making. Who benefits the most from TugIO – Maneuver Data? Fleet managers, port authorities, and tug operators all benefit from the enhanced visibility this product provides. It supports training, audit readiness, maintenance planning, and strategic fuel management. 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