Vuyk Engineering has been contracted by Polish shipyard Partner Stocznia for the design of a new 3000 m³ trailing suction hopper dredger (TSHD).
The new TSHD design is developed as a compact dredging vessel with a balanced combination of dredging capability and operational flexibility. The design integrates the hopper arrangement, trailing suction system and propulsion configuration within a single vessel platform.
Vuyk Engineering developed the design in close collaboration with Partner Stocznia.
"The newbuild vessel is designed to perform a range of dredging activities, including maintenance dredging and project support operations. A key design feature is the integration of dredging equipment within the hull and deck layout, enabling efficient execution of dredging operations within the available vessel dimensions," Vuyk said.
Also, the propulsion and power configuration are aligned with the operational profile of a mid-size dredger, supporting both sailing performance and dredging efficiency. The general arrangement provides space for operational systems and dredging equipment within a compact TSHD design.