IHC handed over next-generation mega hopper Seaway to Boskalis on July 20 after a successful sea trial. With a length of 178 metres, a width of 38 metres and a hopper capacity of 31,000 m3, it is one of the largest trailing suction hopper dredgers (TSHDs) of its kind in the world.
The delivery marks another milestone in the long standing relationship between the two leading Dutch companies. The two parties collaborated on the design and build of a vessel. It combines high production capacity with advanced technologies aimed at improving efficiency, operational flexibility and environmental performance.
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Sustainable dredging tech
Prepared for operation on (green) methanol and equipped with a full diesel-electric installation, Azipods propulsion, an optimised hull design and advanced automation systems, the Seaway represents a significant step forward in sustainable dredging technology. The vessel has been developed to support large-scale dredging and coastal infrastructure projects worldwide while reducing its carbon footprint.
The Seaway’s innovative design enables a larger hopper capacity while maintaining excellent manoeuvrability and operational performance, making it ideally suited for a wide range of dredging projects around the globe.
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Seaway expands capabilities
The delivery of the Seaway underlines IHC Dredging’s commitment to developing innovative and sustainable solutions for the dredging industry.
With the Seaway, Boskalis further strengthens its position in the global dredging market and expands its capability to support major infrastructure, coastal protection and land reclamation projects worldwide.
Picture: IHC has delivered the 31,000-m3 TSHD Seaway to Boskalis (photo by IHC).
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