DEME Group is further strengthening its dredging fleet with the order of a new 22,000 m³ trailing suction hopper dredger (TSHD).
Designed for capital and maintenance dredging, land reclamation and offshore seabed preparation, this next-generation vessel will deliver higher productivity while reducing both greenhouse gas intensity and the cost per dredged cubic meter, DEME said.
Commenting the latest news, Christopher Iwens , Managing Director Dredging at DEME, said: “The introduction of this next-generation trailing suction hopper dredger represents a strategic investment in the advancement of our dredging fleet. By integrating material productivity gains with significantly improved fuel efficiency and ensuring adaptability for future fuels and automation, DEME is reinforcing its competitive position while preparing its operations for long-term sustainability.”
The vessel will be constructed under DEME’s supervision, with the main structure built in China and outfitting and final completion carried out in Singapore, in line with European maritime standards.
Delivery of the vessel is scheduled for 2029.