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Next step in development of UK services offering
Damen has announced the acquisition of Southampton-based I.M.E Group Ltd. The acquisition follows close collaboration between the two parties since the opening of Damen Services’ UK Service Hub in 2021.
Oceanco is proud to deliver Leviathan
Formerly known as project Y722 – a 111m/363ft diesel-electric yacht that represents a new philosophy of yachting: one that places greater purpose on how yachts are built, operated and owned. Her vision stems from the owner’s ethos of teamwork and community – a mindset that shaped Leviathan’s revolutionary layout, ergonomic design and the process that brought her to life.
SKY - the world’s tallest sloop - is ready to build
Royal Huisman presents SKY, a rare opportunity for a visionary owner: a pedigree 81 meter / 264 feet sloop crowned by the world’s tallest mast. Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (MMYD) developed the ambitious naval architecture and the contemporary, head-turning exterior styling. Winch Design created the elegant and inspiring interior of this super-sized sailing yacht. The carbon rig by Rondal will have an air draft of 93 meters / 305 feet, which equals the towering height of the Statue of Liberty from ground to torch.
Van Oord's Boreas successfully completes first assignment
ENFORCER to strengthen Netherlands Coastguard fleet
The Coastguard will be strengthened with the ENFORCER, a Damen FCS 5009 vessel. This vessel will be deployed in the years ahead to ensure the continuity of maritime security duties in the North Sea. The ENFORCER will provide additional support until the new generation of Coastguard ships goes into operation.
Concordia Damen delivers tanker ‘Gambler’ to inland shipping operator Gambler Shipping B.V
Concordia Damen is proud to announce the delivery of a CDS Tanker 135. Last week, the vessel, of proven, in-house design, successfully passed its trials, after having been outfitted at Concordia Damen’s shipyard in Werkendam by its long-time outfitter CCM3, and many trusted suppliers and partners.
Ned Marine Services signs exclusive European distribution agreement with Innovative Manufacturing Inc.
During Europort 2025, one of the largest maritime events in Europe, Ned Marine Services (NMS) signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Innovative Manufacturing, a Canadian manufacturer specializing in anti-corrosive protection tapes for piping systems, offshore structures, and industrial installations.
Berge Rederi signs contract with Wattlab to outfit coaster BRF Froan with 96 Solar Flatracks
After delivering its first full-scale seagoing project last week, Wattlab signed a contract at Europort Rotterdam to outfit the hatches of the BRF Froan with their onboard solar energy system. For Norwegian, family-owned Shipping company Berge Rederi this is the icing on the cake, as the vessel will be the world’s largest battery-powered bulk carrier. BRF Froan is expected to be delivered in Q2 2026 and will transport marble from Brønnøy and Visnes to a production plant in Elnesvågen.
Alewijnse and Van Meer to accelerate transition to smarter, greener ship operations
System integrator Alewijnse and Van Meer, a specialist in drive systems, have joined forces for a sustainable future. The companies are collaborating to accelerate the development and integration of hybrid and electric drive systems within the maritime value chain. The partnership was officially formalised on 5 November during the Europort exhibition at Ahoy Rotterdam.
Bureau Veritas signs declaration of cooperation to accelerate nuclear for maritime applications with New Energies Coalition
Bureau Veritas (BV), a world leader in testing, inspection, and certification, along with more than 30 European companies from the French and international nuclear and maritime sectors, has formally signed the Declaration of Cooperation for Accelerating Nuclear for Maritime Applications to meet Climate Ambitions during the World Nuclear Exhibition in Paris. The signing represents a landmark initiative uniting international stakeholders across the nuclear, maritime, research, financial and regulatory communities in a shared commitment to promote a European initiative to advance the safe and sustainable use of nuclear technologies for maritime decarbonization.