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Van Oord reinforces Maasvlakte 2 coast

Van Oord reinforces Maasvlakte 2 coast

by Mariska Buitendijk | Oct 2, 2024 | Dredging, Land reclamation, News, Ports

Van Oord has started work on a sand nourishment project for the Maasvlakte 2 area of the Port of Rotterdam. Maintaining the coast in this way ensures that nature itself will protect the port area and Rotterdam’s hinterland against the sea. The project was...
Chemical burn on ship due to inadequate PPE

Chemical burn on ship due to inadequate PPE

by Mariska Buitendijk | Oct 2, 2024 | Maritime accidents, News, Ship repair/maintenance, Shipping, SWZ|Maritime

Cleaning procedures were in progress on a vessel’s empty holds. A solution of water and chemicals with a high alkaline value was being applied via a spray nozzle. Crew were protected with personal protective equipment (PPE) including chemical suits and rubber boots....
Construction of Dutch Orka-class submarines to begin

Construction of Dutch Orka-class submarines to begin

by Mariska Buitendijk | Oct 1, 2024 | Navy, News, Ship design, Shipbuilding, Submarines

Within ten years, French Naval Group will deliver the future HNLMS Orka and Zwaardvis. This will be followed by the Barracuda and Tijgerhaai. The delivery agreement of the four submarines was officially ratified with signatures on 30 September. Signing of the contract...
Damen builds two fully electric ferries for City of Toronto

Damen builds two fully electric ferries for City of Toronto

by Mariska Buitendijk | Oct 1, 2024 | Emissions, Energy transition, News, Passenger ships, Ship design, Ship propulsion, Shipbuilding

Damen has signed a contract with the City of Toronto in Canada for the delivery of two fully electric ferries. They will operate between the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal in downtown Toronto and the Toronto Islands. The Toronto Islands are a major tourist destination,...
Port of Rotterdam trials shore power in containers

Port of Rotterdam trials shore power in containers

by Mariska Buitendijk | Oct 1, 2024 | Emissions, Energy transition, News, Ports, Shipping

In recent months, a pilot with moveable battery containers with shore power has taken place at the Steinweg Beatrix Terminal in the Port of Rotterdam. Cargow shipping company’s seagoing vessels have been successfully connected. The pilot follows on from the...
Spliethoff orders largest vessels to date

Spliethoff orders largest vessels to date

by Mariska Buitendijk | Sep 30, 2024 | News, Ship design, Shipbuilding

Spliethoff has placed an order with Wuhu Shipyard in China for the construction of what will be the largest vessels in the Spliethoff fleet. It involves a new series of eight multi-purpose vessels with an option for two additional vessels, with deliveries starting the...
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