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Commercial success: Heesen sells YN 20350, Project Jade

Heesen Yachts announces the sale of YN 20350, the 50m fast cruiser Project Jade. This exquisite all-aluminium yacht seamlessly blends elegance, innovation, and superior craftsmanship, redefining standards of luxury cruising. Project Jade boasts a sleek and svelte exterior design penned by Frank Laupman of Omega Architects.

Autonomous - MIRAI

The future of ship navigation is upon us, with new technologies being developed every day to provide captains and crew with an easier and more user-friendly experience. JRC | Alphatron Marine is evolving with this new vision of the future. MIRAI, our mission and vision, means 'future' in Japanese. This vision is defined by our core values, including the fourth core value, the 'A' for 'Autonomous.'

ONS 2024 Stavanger – IRO pavilion

From 26-29 August 2024 the ONS show will take place in Stavanger, Norway With the Norwegian government heavily investing in renewable energy, this 50 years anniversary edition of ONS will be all about the energy transition with a mix of all types of offshore energy as well as carbon capture and hydrogen. IRO will host a Netherlands Pavillion in hall 5, which is one of the main halls. More information on how to join see below!

Cyber security Rotterdam Port new research project for Maritime IT Security

The lectorate The Maritime IT Security Research Group, part of the ICT & Creative Technologies academy is going to collaborate on the cyber security of the port of Rotterdam under the leadership of Professor Stephen McCombie. This collaboration is a great opportunity for NHL Stenden says McCombie.

ABB to power first hybrid-electric polar expedition cruise ship built in South America

Electrification shipping industry is on track with a € 4 million investment in EST-Floattech

Developer of maritime battery systems EST-Floattech receives an investment of 4 million euros from Energy Transition Fund Rotterdam and existing shareholders Rotterdam Port Fund, PDENH, Ponooc, and Yard Energy. This was announced by Chantal Zeegers, the Alderman for Climate, Building, and Housing in Rotterdam. The ‘Energietransitiefonds Rotterdam’ is the investment fund of the municipality of Rotterdam.

Nioz christens RV Wim Wolff built by Thecla Bodewes Shipyards

On 15 February, the new national research vessel, RV Wim Wolff, was christened in the harbour of the Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research (NIOZ) on Texel. The ship, built by Thecla Bodewes Shipyards, replaces research vessel RV Navicula after 40 years of faithful service in the Wadden Sea and in the Zeeland Delta.

Damen unveils new compact ASD Tug 1810

The latest vessel in the Damen Compact Tugs product platform is here. The ASD Tug 1810 – 18.25 metres x 10.23 metres – is the next piece in the puzzle as Damen sets out to answer the needs of the modern port operation.

Gebhard Electro Secures Contract for 50-Meter Superyacht with Heesen Yachts!

Gebhard Electro recently signed a contract for the design, engineering, system integration, production, and installation of the complete electrical system of an a 50-meter superyacht for the renowned yacht builder Heesen Yachts. This contract marks a step forward for Gebhard Electro into the yachting industry.

Amer Shipping sets new sustainable standard with dry cargo vessel Adriana Maria

The latest addition to Amer Shipping's fleet in Raamsdonksveer is dry-cargo vessel 'Adriana Maria', a multi-purpose ship, even at low water levels. This is thanks to the innovative 'CDS 110' hull design by Concordia Damen and based on the Parsifal tankers previously developed by the yard. The 110-metre vessel can also carry 200 tonnes more cargo compared to similar vessels. During the official sea trial on 8 February, the high expectations were met: the hull design scores excellently in terms of fuel consumption versus speed: the vessel had a speed of 20 km per hour at a fuel consumption of 230 litres per hour. The ship has low drag, can sail fast and consumes significantly less fuel. As a result, the Adriana Maria was awarded the 'Gold Label' by Green Award.