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Stroopwafels as a conversation starter for a sustainable future

Next month, Value Maritime will be present at SMM Hamburg. However, they will not have a stand there this year because, as they say: "Many clients and new contacts will be there so we plan to go to them and have some interesting conversations. We already have many meetings scheduled and we want the freedom to move around." Yvette van der Sommen, Commercial Director, spoke with NMT and explained this choice. 

Liebherr RL series powers 2 GW platforms for Dragados Offshore

The RL 2600 cranes have been acquired by Dragados Offshore, located in Spain. With a maximum lifting capacity of 35 tonnes and an outreach of 45 metres, the crane is perfectly suited for maintenance and supply operations in the offshore sector. Its versatility allows it to handle a wide range of tasks, from routine maintenance to supply operations, ensuring that offshore platforms remain productive and well-maintained. This crane is the most compact one in Liebherr’s offshore portfolio. The well-designed, compact, and weight-optimised crane construction of the RL series ensures optimal utilisation, even in confined spaces.

Royal Van der Leun secures contract for 2,300m³ Hopper Dredger

Royal Van der Leun is excited to announce our collaboration with Baggerbedrijf De Boer (Dutch Dredging) and Royal IHC on the construction of the Lesse +, a 2,300m³ trailing suction hopper dredger (TSHD). This vessel, an upgrade of the original Lesse delivered in 2019, is designed to meet the latest IMO Tier III - Euro Stage V environmental standards.

Damen Shiprepair Dunkerque signs contract with AMBPR at SMM for five state-of-the-art paint robots

Following years of collaboration and recent successful final trials, Damen Shiprepair Dunkerque (DSDu) has signed a contract with AMBPR, a subsidiary of SERCEL Group, for the supply of five Autonomous Mobile Blast & Paint Robots. The robots are revolutionary, bringing with them many advantages over conventional painting methods, the most significant being in the fields of sustainability and health and safety, as well as being faster and the quality more consistent.

Heesen Yachts Appoints Hisham Abushakra as their Agent for the Middle East region

Heesen Yachts is pleased to announce Hisham Abushkara's appointment as their Middle East Region market agent. Hisham's extensive experience in the yachting industry and his profound knowledge of the Middle Eastern market make him the ideal representative to support the growth of Heesen's brand in the region.

MarFlex Strengthens Local Presence in Greece by Appointing Regional Sales Director for Greece and Cyprus

MarFlex, a leading manufacturer of electric-driven cargo pumps, proudly announces the appointment of Mr. Kostas Karabinis as the new Regional Sales Director for Greece and Cyprus. This strategic appointment underscores MarFlex’s commitment to enhancing its local presence in these key maritime markets, further supported by Oceanking’s extensive expertise.

Varuna Marine Services B.V. Announces Major Innovations and Partnerships at SMM Hamburg 2024

Varuna Marine Services B.V., a leader in maritime solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its .FuelEU Maritime Compliance product., alongside strategic partnerships with NAPA and RINA’s Leonardo Emission Partnership., unveiled at SMM Hamburg 2024.

Radio Holland Unveils Advanced Demo Bridge at SMM 2024 Featuring Furuno Voyager Concept, Updated with Anschutz Nautopilot 5400NX and Hatteland Charttable

Radio Holland, the First Choice for NavCom Solutions, is thrilled to showcase our cutting-edge Demo Bridge at SMM 2024. This state-of-the-art demonstration setup features the Furuno Voyager Concept, now updated with the Anschutz Nautopilot 5400NX, and a large Hatteland Touchscreen demonstrating the award-winning eNavigation solution designed to elevate maritime operations to new heights.

ABB and Seafjord Energy introduce pioneering e-bunker vessel concept

ABB’s power and propulsion solution was chosen by SeaFjord Energy, a Swedish innovator in marine energy solutions, for a pioneering e-bunker vessel concept that offers a new way of supplying energy to ships at sea, in fjords or in ports. The vessel concept, developed in collaboration with FKAB Marine Design and Bureau Veritas, a French company specialized in testing, inspection and certification, will feature a large battery pack capable of providing renewable energy where traditional shore power infrastructure is less accessible, such as remote fjords and offshore locations.

Open Innovation Call - Frontrunner project robotisation wind at sea

TKI Offshore Energy, in collaboration with IRO/NMT and Innovation Quarter, has launched an Open Innovation Call focused on reducing labor in offshore wind farm installation and maintenance through automation and robotization. This initiative aims to address workforce shortages and accelerate the energy transition at sea by encouraging innovative projects that make these processes smarter and more efficient.