Future-proof Wärtsilä 25 engine to power three new fishing vessels

Technology group Wärtsilä will supply its latest addition to the company’s engine portfolio, the Wärtsilä 25, for a new 44-metre long stern trawler. The vessel is being built for Faroe Islands operator Vardin and is the first of three new vessels to be built for the Faroe Islands. The following two fishing vessels are jointly owned by Vardin and fellow Faroe Island operator, Framherji, and will also feature the Wärtsilä 25 engine. The order was booked by Wärtsilä in February 2024.

Fuels of the future

All around the world, new regulations are coming into force that will require maritime operators to report – and reduce – the carbon impact of their fleets. To say this presents a challenge to the industry is to understate the situation.

Damen Financial Services and Siemens Financial Services announce vessel financing facility

In a landmark partnership, Damen Financial Services (DFS) and Siemens Financial Services (SFS) have joined forces to establish a new facility for vessel financing solutions: Damen Ship Lease (DSL). The DSL facility is now one of the funds of Damen Ship Lease Cooperation which is managed by DFS. It is designed to provide current and prospective ship owners with the ability to expand their fleets by enabling them to acquire state-of-the-art vessels using flexible financing options.

Innovation mission Offshore wind USA 2024

We are pleased to invite you to join our Offshore Wind Innovation Mission to the USA, taking place from October 22 to 25, 2024. This mission is a unique opportunity to explore the rapidly growing offshore wind sector in the United States and connect with key industry leaders.

Damen Marine Components opens new office in Hamburg, Germany

On the second of May, Damen Marine Components (DMC) held a grand opening of its new office in Hamburg, with the ceremonies led by Bear Damen, son of Damen Shipyards Group Chairman Kommer Damen. The decision to move to new premises in the city was the result of space becoming available in the award-winning Doppel X building at 58 Heidenkampsweg. Designed by Teherani Architects (Hamburg), it sets the highest standards in both design and sustainability, an attribute it shares with DMC.

H3 wins Best Rebuilt at the World Superyacht Awards

Oceanco is proud to announce that H3 took home the prestigious award for Best Rebuilt Yacht at the World Superyacht Awards Gala in Venice, Italy. Organized by Boat International Media, many guests, including superyacht owners, designers and builders witnessed the highest possible honors ceremony.

ADIPEC final deadline alert!

We are happy to announce that we were given a few more weeks for the ADIPEC deadline. Final confirmation needed by 15 May the latest! There is only 100 m2 left on the Netherlands Pavilion. So grab your chance!

Scrubber pipes repaired and given lasting protection

Hydrex diver/technicians carried out scrubber overboard pipe repairs on tankers, roro ships and container vessels in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany. In total, ten corroded pipes were replaced on six ships while clad welding repairs were done on two vessels.

Christening ceremony V5750

Van Oord Christens the first DUS v5750 offshore class USV, the VO:X Barentsz!

Damen launches fully electric RSD-E Tug 2513 for Port of Antwerp-Bruges

On 12th April Damen Shipyards Group launched the second of its fully electric RSD-E Tugs 2513 at Damen Song Cam Shipyard. The tug is being built for the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, together with five conventional RSD Tugs 2513. When delivered later this year, it will be the first fully electric tug to operate in European waters.

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