Large Naval Tugboats Project (NLT)
The Naval Large Tugs (NLT) project enabled the Royal Canadian Navy to replace its older vessels with a modern, versatile fleet. A comprehensive suite of training and technical guides was developed to ensure operational readiness and operational sustainability. Summary: The Royal Canadian Navy modernized its fleet through the NLT project, replacing aging vessels with versatile new tugs and underpinning their deployment with robust training and technical documentation to guarantee readiness and long-term operational sustainability.
As a subject matter expert (SME) and consultant, I contributed to the Naval Large Tugs (NLT) project, launched to replace the aging Glen-class tugs and Fire-class rescue boats of the Royal Canadian Navy, stationed in the ports of Halifax and Esquimalt. This initiative aimed to ensure the Navy’s continued ability to support fleet operations with modern, reliable, and versatile tugs.
Contributions and Teamwork
Development of student manuals to support the training of naval personnel operating the new tugs.
Writing of training manuals and technical guides in accordance with operational requirements and recognized naval standards.
Design and production of PowerPoint materials to support classroom and simulator instruction, enabling consistent delivery of training.
Worked closely with project stakeholders to ensure the training material met the needs of the Royal Canadian Navy and promoted effective knowledge transfer.
Results
This collective effort provided the Royal Canadian Navy with a comprehensive training package accompanying the introduction of its new fleet of large tugs. The documents I developed strengthened knowledge transfer, ensured operational readiness, and supported the long-term sustainability of towing operations. Ultimately, this project contributed to the Navy’s vision of maintaining a modern, high-performing auxiliary fleet, aligned with internationally recognized best practices.