🚢 HOW BOW THRUSTER IS USED FOR MANEUVERING A SHIP ⚓ Handling a ship in wind, current, and tide requires precision — and that’s where the bow thruster comes into play. It provides lateral thrust to help control the bow during berthing, anchoring, or turning, especially when the ship’s speed is below 2 knots. A powerful bow thruster (800–1000 HP) can counter winds up to 3–4 Beaufort scale (≈11 knots), reducing tug dependence and improving maneuverability in tight spaces. In simple terms — the bow