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The rising cost of living, sky-high energy prices and the impact on households across the globe have cast world supply chains directly into the spotlight. Before the ultra large containership, Ever Given, blocked the Suez Canal for six days last March, few people outside the shipping industry really knew how Asian-made white goods are kept in constant supply in Europe and the US throughout the year, and Christmas presents start to arrive in western shops from about September onwards. The pandemic generally and the Ever Given incident in particular have transformed many peoples’ views on supply chains, the cost of freight, and the mysteries of the global transportation business. Environmental,

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social and governance (ESG) criteria are right at the top of the agenda. And, in the wake of COP 26, attention has also focused on shipping’s poor carbon profile and the super-profits of container lines as shelves in many retail outlets lie half empty. Global shipping of course fulfils a vital function – there is no other option for moving raw materials, refrigerated produce, oil, gas, and manufactured goods long distances around the world. But as the carbon crisis continues to make headlines and the clamour from remote island nations likely to be swamped within their inhabitants’ lifetimes gets noisier, sustainable transport is a key focus. Since many ships have to burn the residual fuel from

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the very bottom of the barrel that nobody else wants, there is much that the maritime sector can change and, in some quarters, is already doing so. There is much more to do, however. A significant number of new ships have been ordered recently with dual-fuel arrangements, paving the way for their owners adopt low- or zero-carbon fuels when they become available in the future. These include LNG, LPG, biogas, ethane and methanol and synthetic versions of these fuels. Then there are initiatives to develop internal combustion engines that can run efficiently on low- or zero-carbon fuels such as ammonia, for example, likely from 2025. In addition, there are plans to scale up clean fuel cells and integrate other sources of power, such as wind and sun. But, like potential new zero-carbon fuels, many of these energy-saving initiatives are still years away and, in some cases, may make only a few percentage points of difference in a ship’s overall consumption. But in the meantime, we have some 90,000 commercial vessels – and probably three or four times that number of small service and support craft – that still run-on dirty fuels, kick out lots of carbon dioxide and pollute the air in coastal regions with other harmful emissions.

Immediate benefits So, experts point out that while the fine research and development continues, we must look for ready options to improve shipping’s environmental profile in the short run. And there are plenty of ways in which proactive owners and operators are making a difference. Soon, new regulations will highlight ships that fail to meet certain carbon-performance criteria and their owners will have to make improvements or risk losing their customers. How ships consume energy in port will be one component of these assessments. A recent report by the clean transport campaign group, Transport & Environment (T&E), highlighted the scale of the challenge. Emissions from some of Europe’s largest ports are roughly equivalent to those generated by a

Jan de Nul uses biogas for its dredgers

big coal-fired power plant. The group’s research calculated emissions by ship type and volume of cargo handled and included emissions from port operations including cargo handling and refuelling. Describing the climate impact of ports as ‘enormous’, T&E identified the top 10 polluting ports in Europe as Rotterdam, Antwerp, Hamburg, Algeciras, Barcelona, Piraeus, Valencia, Bremerhaven, Marseille and Amsterdam. According to the group’s research, Rotterdam’s Scope 3 emissions, which include emissions from the port’s own supply chain, make the port comparable with Europe’s fifth large polluter – the WeisWeiler coal power plant in Germany. However, the ballgame is changing, and it is no longer only shipping’s critics that express The WeisWeiler coal power plant

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concern. Neither is it only the industry’s regulators that are calling all the shots. Major charterers, including some of the world’s largest food companies, miners and trading houses, retail giants, shipping’s financiers and insurers, and ultimately the person in the high street, are now having their say. Those that provide services along shipping’s global supply chains today but fail to meet expectations on sustainability risk losing everything. Cruise lines are now being joined by the owners of commercial ships and offshore rigs. These owners do not necessarily know where their assets will be deployed postdelivery. But they are taking the precaution of installing appropriate connections nonetheless, because they see shore power as an inevitable development.

Port management implications This has important implications for ports because those without a power-from-shore capability will rank second in their customers’ sustainability assessments. So, it is not only ritzy cruise terminals that provide berths with shore power capacity to vessels for just a few hours - it is ports everywhere that handle commercial vessels too, particularly those that provide supply bases for offshore assets including supply vessels, wind farm service ships, and crew transfer vessels. These craft spend a significant proportion of their time alongside in port. In some parts of the world – cruise terminals on the US west coast, for example – it has been compulsory to plug into shore power systems for years. This development will gather pace and is likely to extend to other sectors of shipping – containerships, bulk carriers, tankers, shipyards, repair facilities, and so on. The process has already begun. Following the adoption of shore power in the cruise sector, ferry ports have come next. Their managers realise the logic of providing power for ferries on regular schedules which often take them to terminals adjacent to populous areas and sometimes even into the

very heart of large cities. Air pollution is a key issue, but energy efficiency is important too. Power from ships’ generators is carbon-intensive and inefficient. Power from shore is always more sustainable even if it is not generated from renewable sources. For the managers of ports and terminals, improving energy efficiency not only looks good in Sustainability Reports. There are other potential benefits too. They can, for example, generate a new revenue stream by taking a small margin on the tariff. It’s still cheaper for customers than ships firing up thirsty generators.

Doing nothing - not an option More than this, though, there are far-reaching implications for port executives. Doing nothing about air quality, carbon profiles, and emissions more generally is no longer an option. Charterers, shippers and now some ship operators are making decisions based on a new approach where sustainability and ESG criteria are high priorities. Port operations will become an increasingly important metric. For those who live in areas adjacent to ports, the issue is of high importance too. Locals who read about harmful emissions look at smoke billowing from ships’ funnels with dismay. Shore power technology is available today and has been well-tried and tested in a range of ports. There are new initiatives in play. A number of ports and terminals are now offering discounts

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for customers with a green operating profile. There are various parameters, but one is the use of shore power. In the future, the consumers of shipping’s services – cargo owners, charterers, shippers – will pore over the sustainability criteria along all links in the supply chain, including port operations.

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Accelerating initiatives in key locations Shore power is not new in China. Public service vessels, inland waterway ships, excluding tankers, and coastal vessels built after January 2019 must be equipped with shore power systems. This was followed a year later by similar regulations covering cruise ships, ro/pax vessels, large passenger ships, and bulk carriers of 50,000 dwt or more. Energy from shore is well-established in Norway where much of the transport network is based on cargo and people moving by water. With abundant supplies of hydropower, the country already operates on renewable energy, but it is extending its sustainability initiatives to ferry routes, ports, and vessel operations. Color Line is Norway’s largest cruise ferry operator, with ships deployed on routes between Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Germany. The company has shore power systems in operation in all four of the ports in its scheduled Norwegian service, as well as Port of Kiel in Germany. The German port, meanwhile, has installed shore power on both its ferry and cruise ship terminals. Meanwhile, Germany commissioned Europe’s largest shore power plant with the arrival of AIDA Cruises’ AIDAsol in Warnemünde last May. The 20 MVA facility has sufficient capacity to supply power to two large cruise ships simultaneously. The cruise line already uses shore power on its vessels in Hamburg. A recent resolution by the Bremen Senate is extending shore power supplies at the port. Eight installations are being made available for commercial ships and inland waterway craft. Swedish ferry operator, Stena Line, which already uses shore power for ships serving the Port of Kiel, has commissioned a turnkey

system supplied by ABB in Hoek van Holland. With enough power to supply two ships simultaneously, the setup covers both shoreside plant and shipboard installations. Stena ro/ pax ships, including the Stena Hollandica and Stena Brittanica, as well as ro/ro vessels, Stena Transporter and Stena Transit, have all been equipped. Early in February, the UK Government announced the launch of a consultation into shore power. Maritime Minister, Robert Coutts, plans to gather evidence on the benefits of shore power in shipping. Announcing the initiative during a speech at the annual UK Chamber of Shipping dinner, Coutts said that stimulating green technologies will bring private investment, create jobs, and revitalise coastal communities. “Climate change is one of the biggest challenges this generation faces,” Coutts declared, “and we will continue to lead international efforts to decarbonise the maritime sector. Shore power will end the outdated practice of ships keeping their engines running while … in port, reducing the poisonous fumes entering the air, and ensure we meet our net-zero 2050 goals.” PEM

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R OYA L I H C SUPPLIES FIRST EASYDREDGE T S H D TO M E X I C A N N AV Y

Holland’s Royal IHC has delivered an Easydredge 2700 TSHD to Mexico’s SEMAR (Secretaria de Marina) at the Port of Veracruz. The Bahia San Carlos was built from stock at the Krimpen aan de IJssel and Kinderdijk shipyards in the Netherlands. Being built from the stock programme allowed Royal IHC to comply with SEMAR’s request for an ultra-short delivery time. Following successful sea trials in the North Sea in October last year, the new vessel was delivered on time during mid-December for deployment on a national maintenance programme by the Mexican Navy. This will involve deepening rivers on the country’s east coast and helping to prevent flooding in Tabasco. As the Easydredge is a standardised series of vessels, it benefits from short lead times and is a cost-effective option for customers seeking quick delivery. The vessels are equipped to perform all normal dredging operations, and easy to operate. Their straight-forward design and reliability of the vessel incorporate decades of hopper dredge innovation and will contribute to the efficiency of the SEMAR dredge fleet. The Bahia San Carlos was outfitted with standard options as well as client specific modifications including a hydrographic presentation system (DTPS) and the Operations Monitoring application for onshore monitoring and supporting of the operation. In line with

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the Royal IHC philosophy to remain engaged with their client during the operations, as a total solution partner, extensive training for the crew has been provided and spare parts for the vessel supplied. The relation with SEMAR dates back to the eighties when they first purchased the dredger Ciudad del Carmen. “Last year SEMAR purchased a Beaver from Royal IHC and recognises its vast experience and proven track record in the dredging market,” says Ronald van Son, Director Dredging Vessels. “The fast delivery time of less than a year was a crucial factor in its decision to order the Easydredge. This project has run very smoothly, and everything has gone according to schedule.” SEMAR also recognises the quality and added value provided by Royal IHC, particularly in terms of training and spare parts. Project Manager Jan Willem Stuurman says, “We had an excellent relationship with the new crew – they were really enthusiastic about the vessel and commented on the high level of quality.” The Bahia San Carlos is the sixth Easydredge vessel to be sold by Royal IHC and the company believes demand for its modular TSHDs will increase further. The line-up comprises four vessel sizes – Easydredge 700, 1700, 2700 and 3700, which range in volume from 500 to 4,000m3.

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HANSON THAMES D E L I V E R E D BY DA M E N The second vessel of Damen’s new Marine Aggregate Dredger (MAD) 3500 class, the Hanson Thames, has now completed her sea trials. As of January 2022, she has entered service with her owner, Hanson UK replacing an obsolete vessel. With a large part of the English dredging fleet that is now several decades old, the MAD 3500 presents an opportunity to other operators in this sector. It enables them to take advantage of the major advances made in aggregate dredging design and technology, and the efficiencies that come with it, via a proven format from a leading shipbuilder. The design team at Damen sought input from experienced operators in the sector as The Hanson Thames entered service in January 2022

well as from its own repair yards, which have been maintaining dredgers for many years, and its dredging mission equipment production subsidiary. These, together with its own ship design and building capabilities, makes Damen a one-stop-shop for all things dredging. As a result, while the new design is similar in size to its twentieth century equivalents, the MAD 3500 is a completely new class that is a quantum leap ahead, both in the quantity of product it can carry (20% more) and operational costs/tonne. These are achieved not only by the latest propulsion systems delivering greater fuel economy, but also their ability to conduct operations while running on a single engine. It is also designed to operate 24/7 with just nine crew. At any one time, dredging can take place with only two personnel on the bridge plus an engineer on duty. Unloading the entire vessel can be achieved in just two to three hours and is fully automated. With ease of maintenance designed into the vessel from the earliest stages, operability is maximised. This is achieved partly through the use of modular systems that allow faulty components to be swapped out for new

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ones while the defective unit is sent away for testing and repair. This in turn is supported and enhanced by the use of Damen’s Triton remote monitoring and analysis system that enables continuous optimisation and pre-emptive maintenance. This is achieved using ship-wide sensors to deliver operational data to both the bridge and managers onshore for real-time analysis. The Hanson Thames began her build at Romania’s Damen Shipyards Galati at the end of 2019 and, while being based on the original MAD 3500 design, she benefited from the experience already gained from an earlier build and had some adjustments to meet her own particular operational requirements. Damen has always maintained the ethos of combining standardisation where possible with customisation where required, and the MAD 3500 class can be modified to meet the needs of individual operators without any loss in performance. Key technologies on-board the MAD 3500 include the modular screening tower which allows material brought up from the seabed to be sorted as it comes aboard rather than once it reaches land. This enables it to retain only the grades that are in demand while returning the rest to the seabed. This makes it yet more efficient and profitable. Another is the application of the Damen Offshore Bow. This fully encloses the foredeck, protecting equipment and cargo as well as delivering excellent seakeeping. The mooring system also sets a new standard. It is designed around flow lines to ensure safe and efficient mooring at all times, and the addition of telescopic spud poles enables the MAD 3500 to hold position without the use of lines or the need for constant adjustment. The Hanson Thames was launched at Damen Galati Shipyard in September 2020, with COVID-19 at its height. The project was successfully completed with minimal disruption aided by the close proximity of many of the suppliers and sub-contractors. To support the Hanson Thames and other Damen vessels, Damen has recently established a Service Hub in the nearby Port of Southampton to enable it to provide full, through-life support 12

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and to act as a repository of knowledge as well as critical components regarding these specialised vessels. With much of the existing North Sea fleet of aggregate dredgers due to be retired soon, and many of them based in the UK, the value of this resource is expected to grow over time.

NEW ROC K I N S TA L L AT I O N VESSEL CL ASSED BY A B S A Jones Act-compliant Subsea Rock Installation Vessel, the first such ship to enter the US market, is to be built to ABS Class by Philly Shipyard, Inc. (PSI) for Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company (GLDD). The vessel will transport and strategically deposit loads of up to 20,000 tonnes of rock on the seabed, laying scour protection for offshore wind farm foundations, cables and other structures. It will be awarded the ABS SUSTAIN-2 Notation, recognising adherence to certain UN Sustainable Development Goals related to vessel design, outfitting and layout. The ABS SUSTAIN Notations establish a pathway for sustainability certification and reporting. ABS has been supporting the project since 2020, most recently with review of the 140.5 m basic design. The vessel will install EPA Tier 4 engines and plug-in capability to obtain power from shore while loading. The vessel will be able to run on biofuel, which reduces the ship’s CO2 footprint and is equipped with active emissions control technology to reduce NOx emissions to a minimum. The installed battery pack will shave peak loads to reduce fuel consumption and emissions. “This will be a critical asset in the development of the US offshore wind market and ABS is proud to be able to support its development. ABS is the ideal partner for a highly specialised Jones

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Act project such as this, not only thanks to our extensive knowledge of US regulations but our deep involvement with the entire offshore wind supply chain here in the US, where we are headquartered, and internationally, with our global team,” said Matt Tremblay, ABS Vice President, Global Offshore. “This contract, valued at approximately US$197m, marks a milestone for our company, the U.S. offshore wind industry and our nation,” said Lasse Petterson, GLDD’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “Offshore wind will play a crucial role in helping the US meet its decarbonisation and clean energy goals. The unique, technologically advanced vessel we are constructing is an essential step towards building the marine infrastructure required for this new industry, which holds so much promise for our nation economically and environmentally.” “Philly Shipyard is proud to contribute to the delivery of a vessel which will be essential in achieving the nation’s ambitious offshore wind targets. It is monumental for our shipyard to win this contract for Great Lakes,” said Thomas Grunwald, Vice President and lead manager of US offshore wind strategy and business development at Philly Shipyard. The Subsea Rock Installation Vessel is the latest asset designed specifically for US operations to be built to ABS Class. Charybdis, the first Jones Act-compliant WTIV is now under construction to ABS Class. The first U.S.-flagged Jones Act offshore wind farm service operation vessel (SOV) ever ordered will be built to ABS Class. These vessels will join the first ABS-classed crew transfer vessel (CTV) in the US, Windserve Odyssey. ABS has also issued AIPs for a series of wind support vessels from European designers.

The second of Damen’s new Shoalbuster 2711 class, the Duchess, was handed over to its owner Ports of Jersey during November 2021; the vessel was supplied by Damen Shipyards Hardinxveld. First introduced in 2019, the compact, 27 m Shoalbuster 2711 provides an extra 2 m of beam compared to its predecessor, the Shoalbuster 2709, for extra space both on and below decks, as well as added stability. While Damen won the contract through a tender procedure, the Ports of Jersey took into account the performance and reliability of their existing Damen Shoalbuster, a 2609 model named Duke of Normandy, which they have been operating for the past 15 years. The new Duchess delivers all the versatility for which the Shoalbuster range is well known and as well as the extra stability her additional two metres of beam keeps her into compliance with MLC regulations, making her easier to operate for clients working under the UK workboat Code. 43 tonnes of bollard pull establishes her towage credentials and, from the wide range of options available, she has been fitted with a large deck crane to assist in marine construction and other harbour works. Anchor handling, dredge assistance and surveys are additional activities for which she is well suited. As part of the Ports of Jersey’s commitment to sustainability Duchess is being made available to support wind farm operations in UK and French waters, as well as up into the North Sea. The extra space available for equipment and stores plus comfortable accommodation for up to seven personnel gives her enhanced range and durability. Meanwhile, Damen Shipyards has delivered a new Shoalbuster 3815 SD, the Caspian Amwaj, to Caspian Offshore Construction LLP (COC). The Shoalbuster 3815 SD is one of the newest VOL 41 ISSUE 1 |

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and largest vessels in the Shoalbuster range and stands out for its ability to operate in waters of no more than 120 cm in depth. The Caspian Amwaj is a new addition to COC’s fleet and will initially be deployed on a project in the Arabian Gulf, the company’s first in the region. The Shoalbuster 3815 SD is a highly versatile workboat capable of taking on a wide variety of assignments. Handling anchors, buoys and hoses, as well as towing and other general support tasks for the offshore oil & gas industry, all fall within its operational profile. Suitably equipped it can also undertake dredging and support activities in waters that few other vessels can access.

Installed power of 1,540 bhp directed through four 1,000 mm aft propellers delivers 18.6 tonnes of bollard pull, and twin bow thrusters bring added manoeuvrability. Some 185 m2 of working deck space enables it to carry substantial cargos. The standard accommodation in the 38 m, 250 dwt vessel allows for comfortable living space for 11 persons in accordance with MLC regulations. The Caspian Amwaj was built for stock at Sharjah’s Albwardy Damen and the sale contract with COC was signed in mid-October 2021 with the handover taking place just four weeks later. This rapid delivery was possible due to the excellent co-operation between COC and Damen. Established in 2003, Caspian Offshore Construction is based in Kazakhstan and is a leading supplier of offshore marine services in the Caspian Sea, which is well known for its shallow waters. A valued customer of the Damen Group, its fleet includes a Damen Stan Tug 1606 ICE, a Multi Cat 1908, two Fast Crew Suppliers 3307 and a Fast Crew Boat 1605.

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Singapore Strategic Marine recently handed over the Centus Ten to Malaysian Offshore operator Centus Marine. This marks the third fast crew boat handed over by Strategic Marine to Centus in the last 12 months and the tenth vessel overall. Commenting on the vessel handover, Strategic Marine’s CEO Chan Eng Yew said, “This is the 10th vessel we have delivered for Centus Marine since our relationship with Centus began close to 10 years ago. Centus Marine’s continued relationship and support is a solid endorsement of our design, quality, our expertise and close partner-working with each of our customers, delivering above and beyond their expectations. We look forward to delivering more exceptional 14

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vessels for Centus in the future. This is the first vessel delivered by Strategic Marine in 2022 and there will be many more deliveries in the pipeline for the rest of this year.” Paolo Moretti, CEO of RINA Services, added, “The Centus Ten is the latest of a series of technologically advanced vessels that Strategic Marine has been asked to deliver. This proves the recognition and trust that Centus Marine and the industry have in their competence. For RINA, to be part of this project as the classification society is an honour and an opportunity to respond to the evolving needs of the offshore sector with the most appropriate and advanced solutions.” Both offshore support vessels have been developed and features new capabilities to meet Centus Marine’s detailed and specific operational requirements, with the vessel design directly influenced and enhanced by feedback from Centus, to deliver industry leading performance. The latest vessel, in common with its sistership, has a range of bespoke features and additions such as dedicated bow loading, an enlarged wheelhouse and personnel cabins, all with the objective of providing the very best vessel safety and performance. The Centus Ten completed its sea trials at the end of the first week of January, delivering exceptional results and gathering extremely positive feedback from the customer. Both vessels have benefited from Strategic Marine’s rigorous quality and weight control measures and deliver an operational service speed of more than 30 knots and a top speed in excess of 31 knots in Sea State 2 conditions, propelled by three Cummins KTA50 engines. The vessel’s design incorporates the robust engineering of Strategic Marine’s generation 3 hulls which has been well proven in tough marine environments while special attention has been paid to crew comfort and safety, which is reflected in the interior arrangement of the vessel. The crew accommodation area features 12 berths in seven cabins while the main deck lounge can comfortably accommodate up to 100 personnel in spacious business class recliner seats. The vessel also offers dedicated luggage racks, a large, incorporated deck storage and wide walkways to facilitate crew transfer in demanding offshore conditions.

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Meanwhile Strategic Marine has successfully secured a contract to build and deliver a 40 m Fast Crew Boat (FCB) for Malaysia’s Blue Petra Sdn Bhd, a fully owned subsidiary of Great Ocean Supply & Services. Great Ocean is a licenced Petronas contractor and a preferred supplier to the Malaysian oil and gas industry, and the vessel’s delivery is scheduled for the third quarter of 2022. Strategic Marine’s FCBs are renowned for their market leading performance and superior seakeeping, gaining extensive positive feedback from experienced operators all around the world. The new vessel is designed to meet the specific requirements of global oil majors and will feature, amongst others, a remote-controlled water monitor with a capacity of 1,200 m3/hr, making it fully equipped to carry out external fire-fighting roles and safety standby duties. Equipped with three Caterpillar C32 engines driving fixed pitch propellers provide a robust and efficient propulsion system. The stationkeeping and manoeuvring capability is enhanced by a tunnel thruster installed at the bow. Internally the vessel will feature a large galley and mess areas with dry store catering for a large crew with extended operational endurance. The passenger saloon offers 80 comfortable reclining seats arranged with either single or twin seats in each row to provide additional space and privacy. The aft deck has a large clear area of 120 VOL 41 ISSUE 1 |

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m2 with deck strength of 2 tonnes/m2. The vessel cargo fuel capacity is 70 m3 and cargo freshwater capacity is 30 m3 allowing for extended endurance operations at sea.

H E L S I N K I S H I P YA R D C O N T R AC T E D THE MAIN EQUIPMENT FOR NEW ICEBREAKER Finland’s Helsinki Shipyard Oy have successfully completed purchasing contracts for the main equipment of Nornickel’s icebreaker contracted last year, along with model tests in ice and open water for the icebreaker design developed by Aker Arctic.

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Strategic Marine can also provide service and maintenance, fabrication and engineering, marine logistics services and financial services and solutions for its products – providing a complete turnkey, asset lifecycle solution for its clients.

Norilsk Nickel and Helsinki Shipyard are building a new environmentally friendly icebreaker for Norilsk Nickel’s use. The ship’s future operating area is the Yenisei River basin, Yenisei Bay and the Kara Sea securing access to Dudinka seaport both for its own fleet and its partners. The icebreaker’s mission is to make the channel in Yenisei River for Nornickel Arctic Expresses (Arc7) and tow additionally employed fleet of cargo ships Arc5 class with up to 20,000 dwt. The icebreaker’s home port is going to be Murmansk. The concept design of the new vessel was developed in co-operation with Aker Arctic Technology Oy. The design work is now proceeding according to the planned schedule, including the ice model tests, which have already been successfully performed. Project procurement is also proceeding well and purchasing contracts for the main equipment

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An artist’s impression of the new Icebreaker

for machinery and propulsion have already been completed. The construction work will begin in 2022 and the vessel will be delivered to the customer for the winter season 2025. “Receiving new icebreaker by the end of 2024 is very important for Nornickel as it provides additional transportation capacities needed to implement both our strategic investment projects including the city of Norilsk renovation plans. And we are happy to declare that it’s going to be fuelled by LNG which goes in line with current environmental trends on decarbonisation and will be a pioneer icebreaker on LNG exploited at Northern Sea Route,” commented Senior Vice President of Norilsk Nickel Sergey Dubovitskiy. The new icebreaker will have an integrated dual-fuel diesel-electric power plant, which can use both LNG and low-sulphur diesel oil as fuel with good energy efficiency and low emissions. The vessel will be built for the class notation Icebreaker 8 of the Russian Maritime Register (RMRS) and it will be capable of breaking 2 m thick snow-covered ice when operating either ahead or astern. The ship will also have facilities for transporting cargo and supporting helicopter operations. The design and construction of the new icebreaker is yet another indication of the strengths of Helsinki Shipyard Oy and Aker Arctic as well as the whole Finnish marine industry network as the leading builder of icebreakers. The employment impact of the contract at the shipyard and in the marine industry network is approximately 2,100 person-years. The contract is significant for Helsinki Shipyard and brings stability to the shipyard´s order book, extending it to the end of 2024. The new icebreaker will be

the largest and most powerful diesel-electric icebreaker ever built in Finland.

S M A R TGY R O SUPPLIES FOR M O N AC O ’ S FIRE-FIGHTING AND RESCUE PAT R O L B OAT Italian high-performance tender builder selects innovative stabiliser unit for installation on Monaco Government vessel due to its unique maintenance and roll reduction benefits. High Tech Marine (HTM), manufacturer of technically-advanced tenders, has selected Smartgyro’s innovative stabilisation solution for its new firefighting and rescue patrol boat for operation in the harbour waters and along the Monaco coastline. The Italian builder has expanded its business to Solas LY3 certified rescue boats and professional boats for fire extinguishing and sea rescue, backed by its experience in the design and production of custom and luxury tenders. The Smartgyro SG20 unit will be installed on the highly bespoke 12.85 m vessel to effectively VOL 41 ISSUE 1 |

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eliminate roll in the harshest conditions, facilitating rescue operations and firefighting procedures, while also aiding safe transportation of passengers and improving comfort for the crew. Commissioned by the Monaco Government, the advanced High Tech Marine (HTM) patrol boat will be delivered by September 2022 and enter service immediately, enabling the region’s Corps des Sapeurs-Pompiers to provide firefighting and rescue services in the Principality’s ports and along a coastal zone which may include the surrounding French territorial waters. Superior stabilisation is a crucial feature of the vessel’s design, in part due to a high-performance hull allowing a top speed of over 40 knots for safe, high-speed navigation in up to 4 m high waves. Recently introduced to the market as the smallest model in the Smartgyro range, the SG unit delivered to the Italian tender specialist is ideal for the size of this patrol boat and was the first SG20 sold when the agreement was finalised late in 2021. Massimiliano Fontana, CEO and Yacht designer High Tech Marine, said, “As custom producers, we were able to include a range of features that is rare for a boat of this size, fully satisfying the customer’s requests during the Monaco Government call for bids. We aim to create a product with the highest quality, without neglecting any details, both from an aesthetic

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and functional point of view. “Due to our experience in building luxury tenders for mega yachts, we know it is crucial to give a boat of this type the right comfort. In comparison with other competitors on the market, we considered Smartgyro the best quality. One of the main reasons for choosing the SG20 is undoubtedly the accessibility and innovation brought by Smartgyro in this sector, which allows for any maintenance and service without completely removing the gyro. This is a significant advantage for the vessel. Apart from improved comfort for the benefit of the crew, the stabiliser is necessary for rescue operations to be carried out more safely and easily in rough seas, and also for the transportation of patients or survivors. During the extinguishing of fires, it will allow more precise operation, in combination with the electronic anchor.” The Principality of Monaco fire-fighting and rescue boat will carry 10 crew members, including a pilot and fire-fighting operator, plus eight rescue members with specific equipment such as scuba-diving gear or fire-fighting equipment. In 2021, Smartgyro announced the addition of the SG20, suitable for boats from about 13.7 m to 16.8 m, and SG60, for boats from 16.8 m to 19.8 m, to further expand its unique line-up of advanced gyroscopic stabilisers and meet the needs of more boat owners and builders. The outstanding innovation of the stabilisers engineered by the YANMAR-backed company is the cutting-edge modular mechanical design, ensuring the range is unique to the market as the only gyro units that can be serviced, maintained and assembled directly inside the boat. With no need for the whole gyro to be shipped back to the factory for maintenance, up-time on the boat is maximised, while shipbuilders benefit from new design opportunities and easier installation in vessels with small access spaces. Last year (2021) was a significant year for Smartgyro with the expansion of its business, the appointment of key personnel, a move to larger headquarters in La Spezia, Italy, and the continued growth of its worldwide dealer network to meet demand which continues this year.

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Three new electric patrol boats were delivered to the City of Amsterdam and the Amsterdam Police. Two additional patrol boats are under construction for which EST-Floattech will also deliver the battery packs. Damen Shipyards Group handed over three new electric-powered patrol boats in a series to the city of Amsterdam. The Waterpieper and Waterhoen will sail under the name of the City of Amsterdam and are outfitted with a battery pack of 273 kW/hr. These are full electric patrol boats. The hybrid P55 will be sailed by the Amsterdam Police and is fitted with a 136.5 kW/hr battery pack. The 1304 Damen design is 13.5 m long and can reach a speed over ground with their 130 kW

electric motors of 8.6 knots. Sailing at average speed will allow full-day operations on a single charge of the batteries. The P55 also has a diesel generator to extend its range if needed. “It was a tough puzzle to get 273 kW/hr of batteries on-board the 13.5 m long patrol boat, but the flexible modular system of EST-Floattech enables this in a very space-efficient way,” says Koen Boerdijk of EST-Floattech. The hulls for the vessels were built at Damen Shipyards Kozle in Poland and were shipped to Damen Shipyards Hardinxveld for outfitting and delivery. In 2023 Damen will delivery another two patrol boats of the 1304 full electric series and these will also be equipped with the Green Orca 1050 series of 273 kW/hr each. PEM

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TA K I N G A N OT H E R S T E P TOWA R D S A DECARBONISED FUTURE Singapore’s Sembcorp Marine together with its subsidiaries, Sembcorp Marine Integrated Yard and Norway’s LMG Marin, together with its partners, Japan’s Mitsui O.S.K Lines and ITOCHU Corporation, have attained Approval in Principle (AIP) from ABS for the conceptual design of an ammonia bunkering vessel. Leveraging SMIY’s vast expertise and technological bench strength in the design and construction of marine vessels, as well as LMG Marin’s cuttingedge design capabilities, the Group designed a NH3 bunkering vessel and provided associated information for a Hazard Identification Study. Sembcorp Marine, with support from its partners and ABS, carried out a comprehensive HAZID in fulfilment of the AIP application which was also instrumental

in the attainment of AIP. The vessel’s rigorous design took into consideration ammonia’s toxicity, as well as design input on the cargo containment system and bunkering system from Wärtsilä Gas Solutions and Trelleborg Westbury/ KLAW LNG respectively. This vessel, if realised, will be the first of its kind bunker vessel. It will also augment Singapore’s marine decarbonisation efforts with resultant positive impact on the global maritime industry. A successful outcome will support IMO’s ambition to halve the total annual GHG emissions from international shipping by 2050 compared to 2008 levels. Sembcorp Marine believes in playing an active part in contributing to decarbonisation in the maritime industry. It has developed a suite of

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comprehensive Gas Value Chain solutions. Notably, the Group is building a 12,000 m³ LNG bunkering vessel for Mitsui O.S.K. (see article in this section). Once completed, this vessel will be the largest LNG bunkering vessel built in Singapore, complementing Singapore’s advocacy for decarbonisation and augmenting the development of Singapore’s ecosystem and infrastructure to support LNG bunkering. In April 2021, Sembcorp Marine entered into a MoU with Shell and Penguin International to jointly develop hydrogen as a marine fuel, another first for Singapore as this nation-state continues to champion decarbonisation and emission-free shipping in the future. Sembcorp Marine’s President and CEO, Wong Weng Sun, said, “Sembcorp Marine is delighted to undertake another collaborative effort that

has the potential to revolutionise shipping and transportation. This collaboration clearly underpins the Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation’s ongoing pursuit to define the safety and operation envelopes to enable ammonia pilot demonstrations in Singapore.” “We are cognisant that the push to accelerate decarbonisation must be supported by a portfolio of solutions. We are leveraging our proven expertise and differentiated capabilities in the design and fabrication of offshore structures and vessels to support the offshore, marine and energy industries’ mission critical search for viable solutions to reduce their carbon footprint. This joint project is also in line with Sembcorp Marine’s Sustainability Vision to reduce our carbon footprint.”

L M G M A R I N TO D E S I G N WO R L D ’ S F I R S T Z E R O - E M I S S I O N F U E L TA N K E R Norway’s LMG Marin has secured a contract to design the world’s first green ammonia-fuelled tanker, the Green Ammonia, for Grieg Edge, the dedicated innovation unit of the Grieg Maritime Group. Powered by green ammonia, the zeroemission vessel will transport and distribute green ammonia fuel from a production facility in Berlevåg, Norway, to Svalbard, a Norwegian archipelago between mainland Norway and the North Pole from 2024, replacing coal-fired power. Conventional ammonia, also known as grey ammonia, is manufactured by mixing hydrogen and atmospheric nitrogen under pressure, with the production of every tonne of grey ammonia producing two tonnes of CO2, negating its green benefits. In contrast, green ammonia is produced with hydrogen derived from water electrolysis powered by renewable sources of energy such as wind and solar, making it an environmentallyfriendly fuel.

LMG Marin Managing Director Torbjørn Bringedal said, “LMG Marin is pleased to be selected by Grieg Edge to provide design services for Green Ammonia. We appreciate the opportunity to work with Grieg Edge who is at the forefront of developing new business opportunities within the maritime industry with sustainability as a pre-requisite. Together with Grieg Edge, we are excited in pursuing new green technologies and making it a future reality.” Sembcorp Marine President & CEO Wong Weng Sun added, “As LMG Marin commences design work on the world’s first green ammoniafuelled tanker, it is able to leverage the Group’s integrated marine and offshore engineering capabilities, deep R&D domain expertise and technological bench strength in designing and building high-performance and specialised vessels.” Since 2015, Sembcorp Marine has embarked

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An artist’s impression of the world’s first zero-emission fuel tanker to be designed for Grieg Edge by LMG Marin.

on a strategic business transformation to rebalance its product solutions portfolio with an increasing focus on renewables and other green solutions. In tandem with its diversification into renewables, the Group is also a champion of ocean sustainability and is a founding member of the Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD). As a founding member, Sembcorp Marine has been invited to contribute its experience in a study initiated by GCMD to define safety and operational envelopes for an ammonia bunkering pilot in Singapore. Sembcorp Marine’s involvement underpins its commitment to work together with industry stakeholders to

B O S K A L I S TA K E S D E L I V E RY O F D R O P IN BIOFUEL Holland’s Boskalis has taken delivery of its largest-ever consignment of drop-in biofuel which will be used to power two hopper dredgers on upcoming projects in north-western

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enhance Singapore’s status as a major marine fuel bunkering hub. This pioneering effort also supports the International Maritime Organisation’s goal to halve shipping greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 relative to 2008 levels. Mr Wong said, “The world’s energy transition is underway and the marine industry has been proactive in driving the industry forward towards a greener future. This exciting period of change also opens up new business possibilities and opportunities. Sembcorp Marine is determined to leverage its deep engineering expertise and state-of-the-art facilities to create green waves for a more sustainable offshore and marine industry, globally.”

Europe. The use of biofuel will result in a CO2 reduction of approximately 90% for the 12,000 m3 TSHD Willem van Oranje and approximately 45% for the 4,500 m3 TSHD Strandway. The delivery of approximately 1,000 m3 of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), a sustainable biofuel derived from used cooking oil, was in collaboration with Boskalis’ long-term partner and fuel supplier, GoodFuels. Boskalis’ own testing programme with GoodFuels and engine manufacturer Wärtsilä that began in 2015 has demonstrated that drop-

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in marine biofuels can reduce the CO2 emissions by up to 90% compared to fossil fuels. In 2019, as part of the ‘Boskalis on Bio’ programme, the Willem van Oranje became the world’s first dredging vessel to operate on 100% biofuel oil. Since then, Boskalis has successfully used various biofuel blends as an alternative to fossil fuels on both dredging and offshore installation vessels, as well as for dry earthmoving equipment, resulting in considerable emissions reductions. Through its agreement with GoodFuels, Boskalis enables its clients to opt for biofuelpowered vessels to reduce their carbon emissions on projects. Last year 80% of Boskalis’ project tenders in The Netherlands included sustainability measures, including options to use biofuels.

TOTA L E N E R G I E S L AU N C H P O R T O F MARSEILLE FOS’ LNG BUNKERING O P E R AT I O N France’s TotalEnergies and its partner CMA CGM, have launched Marseilles’ inaugural shipto-containership LNG bunkering operation in the Port of Marseille Fos, Southern France. The CMA CGM Bali, a 15,000 teu LNG-powered containership is deployed on the MEX 1 service, connecting Asia and South Europe. She has The Gas Vitality alongside the CMA CGM Bali

The Willem van Oranje

been refuelled by TotalEnergies’ Gas Vitality, the first LNG bunker vessel based in France, with around 6,000 m3 of LNG, by means of a ship-toship transfer alongside the Eurofos container terminal, while the containership carried out cargo operations simultaneously. The Gas Vitality is TotalEnergies’ second chartered LNG bunker vessel and owned by Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL). This entire operation underlines a solid collaborative teamwork across the French maritime industry including the involvement of local port authorities to enable the vessels’ safe operatorship, and the commitments of all the parties to support the growing role of LNG in the shipping’s energy transition. “TotalEnergies is delighted to successfully complete Marseille’s first LNG bunkering operation of a containership via the Gas Vitality. Her deployment underscores the Company’s commitment to support the French port’s ambition to be an LNG bunkering hub for the Mediterranean region,” said Jérôme Leprince-Ringuet, Vice-President Marine Fuels at TotalEnergies. “This landmark operation also demonstrates our continued support to the growing role of LNG in shipping’s energy transition. In line with TotalEnergies’ climate ambition, we will continue to work together with our industry partners to develop and scale up new, lower-carbon and ultimately, zero-carbon fuel solutions for shipping.” PEM

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The Prins der Nederlanden

B O S K A L I S TO LENGTHEN T WO T S H D S Singapore’s Keppel Shipyard has signed a contract with Holland’s Boskalis for the repair and jumboisation of two TSHDs. Work on the first TSHD has commenced, and it is expected to be re-delivered during the second quarter of 2022, while the second TSHD is scheduled for arrival during the third quarter of 2022 with re-delivery during the fourth quarter of 2022. Each vessel will be integrated with a new owner-furnished block which will increase the vessel’s overall length from its existing 156 m to 201 m upon completion. At the same time, both vessels will undergo refurbishment including the overhauling and replacement of equipment. The two vessels are the 2003/2004 built Prins der Nederlanden and the Oranje. Both 15,961 m3 vessels were built in Holland at Merwede Shipyard, near Rotterdam. Keppel O&M has delivered four major projects to Boskalis. This includes the jumboisation of dredgers, heavy lift

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vessel conversions, and the construction of a rock dumping fall pipe vessel. In addition, Keppel O&M yards support Boskalis in the repair and maintenance of Boskalis’ assets.

DA M E N S H I P YA R D S REAFFIRMS ITS COMMITMENT TO G E R M A N Y Holland’s Damen Shipyards has been busy in Germany in recent months, delivering three, specialist bespoke vessels and establishing a full-time office to provide support to vessel operators in the region. These actions reflect Damen’s on-going commitment to the southern Baltic and German Bight, with their special requirements and many vessel owners and operators. The replacement diving bell vessel Archimedes, built for Germany’s government agency FMSW Koblenz to replace a previous vessel, is not only the most unusual of the three, but also

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one of the most remarkable vessels that Damen has ever built. Her purpose is the inspection and maintenance of infrastructure on riverbeds, primarily those of the rivers Rhine and Mosel, and the recovery of lost cargo and wreckage. To achieve this, the 70 m x 11.7 m vessel mounts a 4 m by 6 m diving bell in which personnel can work at depths of up to 10 m, manoeuvred by a bespoke foldable hoisting frame. Diesel-electric, she has an array of additional specialist systems including a ballast system to ensure longitudinal equalisation during operations and passages under low bridges, and a pressure equalisation chamber. The Archimedes was engineered and built by Damen Shipyards Hardinxveld, as were the twin fire-fighting vessels delivered to Flotte Hamburg, the subsidiary of the Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) tasked with implementing low-emission shipping. 35 m in length, their custom designs optimise them for operations in the city as well as the port of Hamburg and they carry an impressive array of fire suppression systems. The Prag is being operated by Hamburg’s fire service while the Dresden supports the HPA, the fire

service and other third parties. Both are state-ofthe-art, plug-in hybrid vessels with 315 kW/hr of battery capacity, and when not fighting fires they will be undertaking other activities including water supply, rescue and recovery, technical assistance and environmental protection. Supporting these and many other vessels is the new Hamburg Service Hub. The 15th in Damen’s worldwide network of support stations, like the others it is being staffed by local personnel with experience of ship building and maintenance in their region. Able to respond quickly to enquiries, it combines direct access to all of Damen’s resources with a network of local suppliers to ensure that products and services are sourced locally wherever possible. The Hamburg hub will serve customers in Poland and Denmark as well as Germany and welcomes enquiries from operators of non-Damen as well as Damen vessels. “We are delighted to be confirming our commitment to some of our closest neighbours and dedicating additional resources to ensure that they receive services tailored to their exact needs,” says Carsten Wiese, Service Hub Manager, Hamburg. “We look forward to many more years

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of close co-operation on innovative solutions to meet the demands of our rapidly evolving industry.” Meanwhile, Damen Shipyards Group has added a new Service Hub in the Americas. With two already up and running in Canada and Brazil, a third has now opened its doors in Panama City to serve Central America and the Caribbean. Damen Service Hubs provide first rate customer support for both Damen-built and third-party vessels, throughout their lifecycles should that be required. This involves delivering a full range of services including warranty support, parts sales, technical assistance, docking assistance and services acquisition. The core team in each hub is headed up by an account manager, with a project engineer handling warranty and technical assistance, and a parts sales engineer who ensures that customers have everything they need to keep their vessels working smoothly.

CONVERSION PROJECT COMPLETED AT D DW The week running up to Christmas 2021 saw Dubai’s Drydocks World (DDW) complete the complex conversion of the former 2000-built 47,079 gt drillship Yan into the offshore wind farm installation vessel Bokalift 2 for Holland’s Boskalis. The DP2 Bokalift 2 has been fitted with four Wärtsilä retractable, steerable thrusters, while major modifications to the vessel’s hull and deck have been carried out to enable the vessel to carry and install the latest generation of offshore wind farm turbine foundations and piles. 9,000 tonnes of steel blocks have been fitted on both sides of the vessel to significantly improve stability and a new work deck installed. She will be fitted with a new 4,000 tonne capacity

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Staffed primarily by Damen employees recruited from within the region with in-depth knowledge of local requirements and practises, the hubs provide faster response times and lower costs, and work closely with trusted local suppliers of relevant products and services. As with all Damen’s Service Hubs, the Panama location will be supported by the Damen organisation in the Netherlands, which ensures a consistently high standard of service around the world. Positioned at the Pacific end of the Panama Canal, one of the world’s busiest and most important waterways with over 1,000 transits each month, Damen’s new service hub is ideally positioned and well equipped to support a network of field service engineers delivering maintenance and warranty services to Damen customers across the Caribbean and Central America quickly and efficiently.

The Bokalift 2 in Drydocks World

Heisman offshore mast crane at a shipyard in China in early 2022. The vessel’s first job will be the transportation and installation of 62 three-legged jacket foundations and the accompanying 186 pin piles for the Changfang and Xidao offshore windfarm project in Taiwan, owned by Copenhagen-based Infrastructure Partners and two Taiwanese life insurance companies.

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ALEWIJNSE SIGNS C O N T R AC T W I T H DEN HERDER S E AWO R KS Leading systems integrator Alewijnse has signed a contract to deliver the electrical refit of trailing suction hopper dredger (TSHD) Swalinge from the fleet of Den Herder Seaworks, a major player in mineral extraction in Northern European waters. The 82.2 m vessel is currently at Shipyard Kooiman Hoebee in Dordrecht for an extension of 37.1 m, which will increase the cargo space by 1,300 m3. With this new order, Alewijnse and Den Herder Seaworks confirm their many years of successful co-operation in the field of electrical installations and automation. Alewijnse previously successfully delivered a refit of the TSHD Swalinge and a complete electrical outfitting of her sister vessel TSHD Spauwer. In addition, Alewijnse has been providing servicing and maintenance services on-board Den Herder Seaworks’ vessels for many years. Alewijnse is responsible for the complete engineering package on-board the Swalinge, including the main switchboard and various panels to extend the cabling and modifications to assorted sub-systems. Den Herder Seaworks

is extending the vessel by 37.1 m to increase the cargo volume and so expand the company’s overall delivery capability. Pieter den Herder of Den Herder Seaworks said about the co-operation, “Alewijnse is a reliable and professional partner for us. Our projects are delivering good results and we are very satisfied with Alewijnse’s extensive knowledge and expertise, flexibility and service, and the quality of the vessels that it delivers.” Alewijnse Account Manager Pieter Vosselman added, “We have built a good relationship with each other over the years, and Den Herder has gained confidence in the skills that Alewijnse has to offer. We are pleased to be continuing the partnership with a new refit for the Swalinge. Our highly motivated and skilled workforce is the key to delivering this large and unique project successfully and on time. That is what we are 100% committed to.” The Swalinge was built as a coaster in 1977 and converted into a TSHD after being purchased by Den Herder Seaworks in 1996. The dry unloading installation was designed and built to Alewijnse’s own specifications and delivers an average unloading time of 1.5 hrs. The hopper of the Swalinge is fitted with bottom doors so she can dump her cargo and she is also capable of using shore delivery installations for pumping the cargo ashore. The key to the company’s success is its highly skilled crew and the high standard of maintenance which ensures the reliability of the fleet. PEM The Swalinge in Rotterdam for the electrical work

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Enabling vessels to transit the Elbe with more cargo, the final stage of the fairway adjustment has been authorised since January 24th. Release of the second stage came during January 2022. This represented achievement of the project target of enabling containerships with a draft of up to 13.50 m to reach the Port of Hamburg irrespective of the tide. Depending on the tide, even greater drafts are possible. In comparison to the situation before the fairway adjustment, inbound and outbound shipping now gains from a draft increase of between 1.00 and 1.90 m. Irrespective of the tide, Megamax vessels with a width of up to 62.50 m and a length of 400 m can now move about the port with a draft of up to 13.10 m. Prior to adjustment, the figure was no more than 11.40 m. A favourable tide makes 15.40 m feasible, compared to the previous 13.60 m. “We are delighted that following years of intensive planning, completion of the mega-project ‘fairway adjustment’ has been accomplished. Above all, we should like to express our thanks to our partners and customers, who during many personal discussions have again and again reiterated their faith in the Port of Hamburg. Statistics already show good market acceptance for the

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first release of the fairway adjustment. Last year 2,377 containerships called at the Port of Hamburg between May and December. Of these, 666 had a design draft of over 13.80 m. And 96 of them had a draft that would not have been acceptable prior to the release of the fairway adjustment. With the final release, we are anticipating further increases,” says Jens Meier, CEO of Hamburg Port Authority (HPA). Completion of the work is also a milestone for shipping traffic in Hamburg for Michael Westhagemann, Hamburg’s Minister of Economics who said, “For Germany’s largest port, it means improved access conditions that will enable shipping companies to bring more cargo to Hamburg.” In ideal conditions, a vessel of the Megamax class can now transport around 1,800 additional teu to and from Hamburg. Especially large bulk cargo and cruise ships will also benefit from the fairway adjustment. Axel Mattern and Ingo Egloff, Joint CEOs of Port of Hamburg Marketing, welcome the now successfully accomplished adjustment of the Elbe fairway. “For shipping and our port customers from trade & industry, simplifications in the accessibility of Germany’s largest universal port also facilitate the advantage of routing more cargo via Hamburg. On land, environment-friendly rail is the main supplier of freight transport, linking inland market regions with the port swiftly and reliably. With high-performance routes, smart logistics solutions and growing use of low-emission energy sources and technology, we are on course for sustained growth,” says Axel Mattern. For his Executive Board colleague Ingo Egloff, it is important to add that in Germany alone, the Port of Hamburg guarantees around 607,000 jobs. Professor Dr.-Ing. Hans-Heinrich Witte,

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New fairway drafts offer shipping greater flexibility on Lower and Outer Elbe

President of the Federal Waterways and Shipping administration, underlines the advantages of the new fairway who commented, “With the final release, shipping now has distinctly greater draft at its disposal. Apart from the navigational advantages, the greater depths provide both economic and ecological added value. Greater depth means improved utilisation of vessels and leads to lower emissions per ton transported.” In addition, improved planning capacity also benefits the environment. HVCC - Hamburg Vessel Coordination Centre can now further optimise its Elbe passage planning. This will lead to enhanced safety, on the one hand, further defusing potential conflicts on the Elbe and in the port area. On the other, it will also benefit the environment. Just-in-time arrival during the approach enables many vessels to reduce speed and bunker less fuel, causing lower pollutant emissions. The existing passing box offers a further advantage for planning. Near Wedel, for example, a passing box has been built, extending for 8 kms. This enables vessels with a combined width of less than 104 m to pass each other. In addition, the fairway between Wedel and the Stör estuary has been widened from 300 to 320 m. Here ships with a combined width of less than 92 m can pass each other. In practice, it emerged that this section, especially, simplifies the work of all. The fairway adjustment also ensures improved planning capacity at terminals. So, vessels longer than 360 m can be given longer ex-berth ‘sailing windows’. “Successful widening and deepening of the Elbe fairway are an essential measure for maintaining the Port of Hamburg’s competitiveness. In combination with the

investments already made by HHLA - Hamburger Hafen and Logistik AG for mega gantry cranes and automated storage technology, the adjustment now implemented will enable us to swiftly and reliably clear containerships of evergrowing size. For both HHLA and our customers, this will ensure the highest possible planning capacity for control of approaches,” says Angela Titzrath, CEO of HHLA. In both the area delegated and the one for which central government is responsible, dredging work for the fairway, i.e., deepening section by section and widening of some stretches, was completed in spring, 2021. Based on the procedure developed for the previous fairway adjustment in 1999, HPA’s harbourmaster’s office and the federal nautical agencies agreed that draft improvement should be tackled in two stages. Two reasons prompted HPA and the WSV - Federal Waterways and Shipping Administration to adopt this procedure. On the one hand, immediately after completion of the dredging work, sustained changes in the underwater banks could occur, even impinging on the fairway. On the other, this also offered the opportunity for all concerned to gain experience with new procedures.

JA N D E N U L COMPLETE FORT SINT-FILIPS PROJECT Belgium’s Jan De Nul Group and Envisan, the environmental division of the Group, have completed the large-scale redevelopment of the site surrounding the Fort Sint-Filips in the Port of Antwerp. The transformation of the site is part of the Sigma Plan, which aims to restore the river habitat in addition to ensuring flood protection. Over the past two years Jan De Nul and Envisan, together with their partner companies, have redeveloped this heavily polluted port site on the right bank of the river Scheldt: the fort was encased, the dike around the site was raised VOL 41 ISSUE 1 |

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Fort Sint-Filips in the Port of Antwerp

and a new, higher flood defence was constructed in order to protect the city and the port area behind it from flooding. Downstream from the fort, an estuary was created by the construction of a dam, stimulating the development of a tidal habitat in the Scheldt. An Smet, Director Envisan said, “This project perfectly fits within our mission to bring complex projects to a successful end. Fort SintFilips requires expertise in various disciplines such as civil, environmental and hydraulic engineering. We have all that in-house. With our environmental department, we are also fully committed to circular solutions for a better planet. We have transformed this blackspot in the Port of Antwerp into a new habitat. We stored the contamination on site, which is not only the most technically and economically feasible solution, but also avoids unnecessary transport to a treatment centre. In this way, we avoid unnecessary CO2 emissions, an issue that is also close to our hearts.” This work is part of the Flemish Government’s Sigma Plan to protect Flanders from flooding of the river Scheldt and to restore the rare river habitat. In order to protect Antwerp and the port area around the fort from flooding, a dike and a flood wall were built around the site, which are suitable for dealing with the future consequences of climate change. In order to be able to carry out these works, the heavy historical pollution, caused by years of dumping oil waste, first had to be safely contained within an underground, watertight wall of bentonite cement. The nearby buffer basin and surrounding land were also remediated. 30

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Just beyond the fort, an estuary was created by the construction of a low stone dam. This tidal dam is perpendicular to the direction of the current, thus locally slowing down the flow of the water. As a result, mud flats and salt marshes, which are created by the play of high and low tide and are important for the biodiversity in and around the Scheldt, have less chance of being washed away. The result is an area of 20 hectares of a valuable tidal habitat. For the construction of the dam, Jan De Nul and partners reused dredged material previously dumped on the site. The project received European support for this through the Smartsediment initiative. This supports the estuaries on the North Sea with large-scale maintenance works to create a sustainable estuary.

S U S TA I N A B L E B E AC H REPLENISHMENT A LO N G T H E F L E M I S H C OA S T During mid-February, Jan De Nul started dredging and beach replenishment works in Ostend on behalf of the Belgian Public Maritime and Coastal Services Agency (MDK). It concerns maintenance replenishment works to keep the coastal protection up to standard. For this sub-project, Jan De Nul’s TSHD Alexander von Humboldt will bring some 600,000 m3 of dredged sand to the Ostend beach, sailing on sustainable drop-in biofuel and assisted by climate-saving earth-moving equipment. As in 2021, these works will be carried out in an entirely sustainable manner. The dredger Alexander von Humboldt will run on 100% sustainable drop-in biofuel, thus reducing CO2 emissions by 90%. The bulldozers and excavators on the beach are equipped with

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advanced exhaust gas filter systems that reduce the emission of fine dust and nitrogen by 80%. The site offices for the project management team are of the latest generation, equipped with well-insulated materials and a heat pump, which also reduces the energy consumption by 80%. For this contract, environmental impact was an important award criterion, given MDK’s longterm vision on coastal protection: Flanders must prepare today for the consequences of climate change by strengthening the coasts and at the same time reducing the causes to the maximum extent possible. Jan De Nul, an expert in such coastal protection works, was the most suitable party with a clear commitment to reduce CO2 emissions during the execution by 90%. Bart Praet, Head of Dredging Department Benelux at Jan De Nul Group said, “In 2019, we led the way in our sector by having a 15% CO2 reduction requirement included in Flemish dredging contracts by 2022. With our tender as well as the execution of this contract, we show that we are ready for the future and can dredge and replenish in a sustainable way. We show other clients that these measures are feasible and affordable. If we want to protect ourselves against rising sea levels in the long term, we must act now. The reduction of emissions simply cannot be optional anymore.” Nathalie Balcaen, administrator-general of the Public Maritime and Coastal Services Agency (MDK) added, “As maritime government partner, we want to do our part in every way to reduce the impact on the climate. We therefore pay particular attention to environmental criteria in the contracts we put out to tender. This makes us a pioneer within the Flemish government to achieve the reduction targets for our country.” The dredger Alexander von Humboldt will be moored in the port of Ostend and will pump the Work on the Flemish coast

dredged sand to the beach via a floating pipeline. This will allow a faster completion of the works, as the dredger will be able to work continuously. Because it is working within the sheltered harbour area, the ship does not have to wait for high tide to sail closer to the coast. The execution time can therefore be shortened from six weeks to five weeks. Every 7 hours, the dredger will supply sand over a distance of 1.5 kms, starting at the western harbour dam and moving on towards Thermae Palace.

SUCCESSFUL S A LVAG E BY BOSKALIS Boskalis has successfully salvaged the rudderless cargo vessel Julietta D off the Dutch coast in close co-operation with Multraship. The vessel ran into trouble during yesterday’s Storm Corrie. The Julietta D was anchored off the coast of IJmuiden (the Netherlands) but got into difficulty when its anchor chain broke, causing it to collide with another ship. After the collision, the Julietta D was taking on water and the crew members were evacuated by helicopter. The ship then drifted towards the coast of Scheveningen and collided with an offshore platform. The Sovereign, a large Boskalis tug, arrived on the scene on Jan 31st at around 16:00 hours CET, followed soon afterwards by four salvors from Boskalis’ salvage division, SMIT Salvage, who were airlifted onto the Julietta D by helicopter. At around 18:30 hours the first successful towing connection was made, preventing the vessel from running aground on the Dutch coast. The vessel was then pulled further out to sea as a precaution, waiting for an additional tug. At around 19:00 hours, the tug Multratug 18, owned by Multraship, also made a towing connection, but due to the very rough conditions this connection unfortunately had to be severed. The next day, at around 01:00 hours the Manta, a second large Boskalis tug, loaded with salvage

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equipment and an additional team of salvors was on site, after which a second towing connection was successfully made after sunrise. This secured the Julietta D, and the vessel is currently being towed to the port of Rotterdam where it is expected to arrive early in the afternoon. In addition to its own staff on-board the tugs and Julietta D, Boskalis would also like to thank its partner Multraship, the Dutch Coast Guard and its helicopter crews, The Royal Netherlands Sea Rescue Institution and its crews of the search and rescue vessels, and the Port of Rotterdam.

BMC COMPLETE S A LVAG E O P E R AT I O N I N M AU R I T I U S Technical operations to remove the wreck and all the associated debris from the Wakashio, offshore Mauritius’ Point d’Esny, were concluded during mid-January 2022. The final actions of the wreck removal team were to recover sections of ship debris that were lying up to 500 m away 32

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from the site of the stern section. The whole wreck removal operation has not been without its challenges. The exposed, shallow water, high energy location was difficult for the team and the crane barge to operate at and provided numerous technical challenges. Nonetheless, the impressive and unique crane barge, the Hong Bang 6, has proven to be the right tool for the job. Once sea conditions allowed, the crane barge and its powerful grab, with a massive 5,000 tonne closing force, were able to dismantle the wreck and remove the wreck piece by piece. The tenacious team of Lian Yuangang DALI have worked hard over the past four months to bring this special mission to a successful conclusion. As the wreck was declared a total loss and the authorities in Mauritius had issued a wreck removal order, the Owners and their protection and indemnity insurer, Japan P&I, turned to specialist marine consultancy firm brand Marine Consultants (bMC), based in Germany and operating world-wide. In October 2020, bMC was requested by the Owners and Japan P&I to assess the available options, to carry out the difficult task of the wreck removal and give its expert opinion on the options. Following an in-depth review of all possible methods and suitable equipment, bMC was convinced that the Hong Bang 6 would prove to be the most effective tool available.

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That has now been shown to be the case. The consultant bMC has remained in Mauritius since the initial incident, giving uninterrupted assistance to the Owner and insurer. Following conclusion of the offshore recovery operation, senior bMC consultant Captain Ajay Prasad commented, “The removal of the aft section of the Wakashio from this location was always going to be a tough task, and it certainly proved to be so. The key for us was to identify the fastest method for the removal of Wakashio and we are pleased that removal works were completed safely after just 30.7 days of crane operations at the worksite. The sea conditions at the site have been difficult as expected. Added to that, the team have had to manage logistics in this remote location and considering some of the restrictions brought about by the pandemic, it’s added another layer of problems for us all to solve. But, after a huge effort by the whole team, we are there.” The project suffered setbacks, such as delays in assets arriving work site which pushed the removal into a two-season operation. But there have been some exciting times too. Adeline Goh, Naval Architect of bMC added, “Getting the main engine of the Wakashio out was a real buzz. After months of planning and countless hours of

modelling and calculations, to see the 600 ton engine safely sitting on the deck of the Hong Bang 6 was a proud moment”. The project was very well supported by local companies Polyeco, Celero, Samlo and Immersub. What remains now is the shore side dismantling of the scrap metal at the shore base in Port Louis, to allow transportation of the metal by road to a smelting and production facility operated by Samlo. The shore side works can be expected to take approximately another month. The impressive Hong Bang 6 will soon be a feature of the past in Mauritius waters. It shall be collected by a semi-submersible heavy lift ship in the coming days that will transport it back to China. Captain Dennis Brand, Managing Director of bMC, recently arrived in Mauritius to witness first-hand the final stages of the project. He summed up his thoughts, “I’m proud of the whole team here and I thank them for all their efforts. Lian Yuangang DALI has done a great job. So have every one of the contractors working on the project. The Mauritius people and numerous Island companies have lived and breathed this project with us. Without their support and patience, the job would not have been possible, and I am glad that things can go back to normal now.” PEM Steel renewal at the wreck site

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STENA LINE AND ABP SIGN DEAL FOR NEW F E R RY T E R M I N A L

Sweden’s Stena Line and Associated British Ports (ABP) have entered into an agreement to jointly develop a new freight terminal at the Port of Immingham in the Humber region. The £100m agreement will see the Stena operate the new terminal for the next 50 years. It is a major long-term commitment and boost for the region, where freight on routes to and from the EU has been booming since Brexit. Stena Line is one of the largest ferry operators in the world with 18 routes, and 37 vessels, operating between 13 countries across Northern Europe. It currently runs four daily freight services from the Humber to The Netherlands. These important services are now in greater demand than ever before and are expected to increase further. 2021 saw their North Sea routes moving record levels of freight, this included a 28% year-on-year increase in unaccompanied freight. At the start of the year Stena Line relocated its Rotterdam freight service to the Port of Immingham, the largest port in the UK by tonnage, which is owned by ABP. The move has allowed the company to become the provider of both the terminal and shipping operations, which has resulted in improved benefits and expanded services to its significant freight customers in the region. With freight levels continuing to grow for the company, Stena Line needs to add capacity and expand its operations at Immingham. It requires a long-term solution that has access to the main

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Humber Estuary. This would allow for quicker sailing times and the option to use larger vessels to cater for increased freight demand from exporters and importers from across the region and the rest of the UK. The proposals outline the relocation of Stena Line’s current Immingham freight operations to a new site, adjacent to Immingham Outer Harbour, where ABP will develop a new purpose-built terminal facility. The proposals will allow the company to further expand its services by providing increased freight capacity for its customers. It is a significant infrastructure development for the region. Niclas Martensson, Chief Executive Officer of Stena Line said, “We are very pleased to announce that we will now take the next steps in the strategic vision for our routes between the UK and Continental Europe. Our freight levels are at record levels and are continuing to increase, so we want to build on The Port of Immingham

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this success and provide additional services to our most important business needs, those of our customers, with the development of a brand-new terminal and berths at the Port of Immingham.” He added, “Stena Line is pledging a significant long-term commitment that will bring a substantial boost to the region’s economy in terms of jobs and revenue. We look forward to working with ABP to develop this exciting project.” Simon Bird, Humber Director, ABP, said “We’re delighted to welcome this new deal with Stena as it underlines the fact that ABP in the Humber is continuing to go from strength to strength. Stena will be joining a growing family of commercial partners who are choosing to use ABP’s ports in the Humber which have fantastic facilities and connections for traders across Europe and beyond. Our track record in recent years of investing in new infrastructure is making the Humber the place to be for trading links between the Midlands and North of England, and the rest of the World.” ABP intends to submit an application for a Development Consent Order to the Secretary of

State for Transport in early summer with a view to the new terminal facilities being operational in 2025.

STENA OPENS SWEDEN/FINL AND S E RV I C E During February 2022, the first ferry on Stena Line’s new route Nynäshamn-Hanko set sail towards Finland. The vessel Urd left Nynäshamn/ Stockholm Norvik Port after an inauguration ceremony with a small group of guests from business and politics. Starting with three departures per week, the link Nynäshamn-Hanko will soon switch to a daily schedule, when the ferry Stena Gothica joins her sistership in the beginning of May. “By Urd’s departure to Finland, we close a gap in the transport network. This new service is primarily an outcome of customer dialogue and market demand. But to bring it to life you also need to be somewhat entrepreneurial, and it requires hard work, a dedicated team and strong commitment to make a new route a success. So far, the response has been very positive which shows that we made the right decision,” says Johan Edelman, Trade Director Baltic Sea North Stena Line. The new route marks the next step in Stena Line’s ambition to further expand and strengthen its position in the Baltic Sea. The new service will accommodate the increasing demand of the freight customers for seamless transports in the Baltic Sea and beyond. By extending the network to Finland, Stena Line further improves and expands the most comprehensive, efficient, and integrated ferry network in Northern Europe. “It is a straight-forward, transport focused setup, dedicated to establish a floating bridge between Central Sweden and Southern Finland. Reliable ships and flexible, solution-seeking staff are the pillars of Nynäshamn-Hanko. We will carry with us the memory of the inauguration VOL 41 ISSUE 1 |

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when we are back at our desks to work on further developing the link and fulfilling our aims for growth,” says Johan Edelman. The first ship on February 1st towards Hanko sails overnight for a crossing time of 12 hours. Nynäshamn-Hanko is the first ever route from Stena Line connecting Sweden with mainland Finland. A proud moment for all involved. “The commitment of Stena Line in introducing another route from Stockholm Norvik Port emphasises how important the newly built port is for the sustainable supply of goods to Sweden’s largest consumer area. The port has strong intermodal connections to the rest of Sweden both by road and by rail and the location is closer to the fairway than any other ports on the Swedish east coast. It is a success that we together can grow with yet another new route, this time between Sweden and Finland,” says Fredrik Lindstål, Chair of the Board at Ports of Stockholm. The vessels Urd and Stena Gothica offer a capacity of 1,600 lanemetres and give space to 186 passengers each. The dedicated cargo focus caters for all needs of Stena Line´s freight customers, be it traditional accompanied and unaccompanied units, containers, special cargo or intermodal units arriving by rail. Quick facts Hanko-Nynäshamn route:

(From left to right) Thomas Andersson, CEO Stockholm Hamnar, Harry Bouveng (M), chairman of the municipality of Nynäshamn,

• Starts with three departures/week on February

1st, 2022 • Full two-vessel operation with daily departures as of May 2022 • Operated by vessels Urd and Stena Gothica with 1,600 lane metres and 186 passengers’ capacity each • Crossing time of 12 hours

F I R S T C O N TA I N E R V E S S E L H A N D L E D AT N E W H H L A T E R M I N A L T R I E S T E ( P LT ) HHLA’s Italian multi-purpose terminal in Trieste welcomed the first container vessel - OPS Hamburg, chartered in and operated by the CMA CGM Group. For the first time, a container vessel called at the Italian multi-purpose terminal Piattaforma Logistica Trieste (PLT). The OPS Hamburg was handled fast and efficiently. The vessel is operated by the CMA CGM Group and part of CMA CGM’s service TMX3, connecting Turkey with the Adriatic Sea on a weekly basis. 36

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Antonio Barbara, Managing Director of HHLA PLT said, “We were delighted to welcome the “OPS Hamburg” at our terminal. Undoubtedly a good omen, the name of the vessel recalls the link between Trieste and our majority shareholder HHLA in Hamburg. It will inaugurate a new regular CMA CGM service - the TMX3 to connect Turkey with HHLA PLT Italy in Trieste port. This TMX3 service represents an important step forward for our terminal. We would like to thank

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r, Kristoffer Tamsons (M), Traffic councilman Region Stockholm, , Johan Edelman, Trade Director Baltic Sea North Stena Line

CMA CGM for choosing HHLA PLT Italy.” Paolo Lo Bianco, Managing Director of CMA CGM Italy added, “TMX3 service offers one of the best-in-class transit time between Western

Turkey and North Adriatic - Italy and Slovenia - with a journey of three and a half days from Gemlik to Trieste and of four days from Gemlik to Koper. It represents a sustainable alternative to truck transportation reducing CO2 emissions, with optimised lead time, frequency and costs. Moreover, door-to-door intermodal solutions including 45’ PW container complement the sea product.” The multi-function terminal HHLA PLT is an important part of the Italian seaport of Trieste and is located within the Free Port zone. Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) has acquired a majority stake in the terminal. The 27-hectare port facility consists of an area for the handling of assorted break bulk and a newly built area that provides berths deep enough for ro/ro and containerships. As a logistics hub on the Baltic-Adriatic line, Trieste is not only very well connected with Central and Eastern Europe but also offers connections all the way to the Baltic region. PLT will use this strategically relevant position to strengthen eco-friendly rail transportation with the European hinterland.

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BEST LEADS THE GREEN PORT R E VO LU T I O N I N T H E MEDITERRANEAN Hutchison Ports BEST container terminal has signed an agreement with Endesa for the contracting of 100% renewable sources energy, enabling them to reduce their CO2 emissions by more than half and to consolidate their position as a benchmark in the use of renewable energy. Similarly, the terminal is increasing its number of solar panels and providing 40 connection points for electric cars. “From 2022 onwards, 100% of BEST’s electricity will come from renewable sources. In this way, we

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are at the forefront of sustainability in the port sector, becoming the greenest container terminal in the Mediterranean,” says Guillermo Belcastro, CEO of Hutchison Ports BEST. With this measure, the terminal eliminates annually the emission of 8,300 tonnes of CO2 into the atmosphere. BEST is also expanding the number of solar panels for self-consumption with a total surface area of 4,763 m2, which will help to reduce CO2 emissions by 250 tonnes. They are also providing 40 charging points for electric vehicles to contribute to the energy transition. The automation of BEST terminal, with cranes powered mainly by electricity means that the commitment to renewables translates into a significant reduction in emissions compared to other conventional terminals. This has a direct impact on the environmental friendliness of the logistics chain that chooses BEST as its alternative in the Port of Barcelona. BEST’s sustainability plan makes the logistics chain more sustainable and offers

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an environmentally committed alternative to shipowners and end customers who are sensitive to the impact of their activity on the fight against climate change. In this sense, BEST’s commitment is firm, global and complete. In addition to the electrification of automated means and the green origin of their energy, BEST has implemented other initiatives based on sustainability such as the installation of solar panels, electric recharging points for vehicles, the commitment to railway (with local traffic quotas close to 20%) and the digitalisation of a large part of the processes that allow for the reduction of waiting times and emissions. BEST is committed to sustainability and the fight against climate change. For this reason, it researches and invests in sustainable technological innovation projects such as berth electrification together with the Port Authority of Barcelona, and in the search for fossil fuel alternatives used in different types of port equipment, together with leading manufacturers of handling equipment. The Port of Hamburg

HHL A SKY AND T H E H PA F O R M T E C H N O LO GY PA R T N E R S H I P AT H A M B U R G HHLA Sky, a subsidiary of Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG, and the Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) have agreed to a comprehensive technology partnership. Together, the companies want to make it possible to use automated drones within the Port of Hamburg. This technology will assist in finding many promising solutions for logistical, sensory or coordinative processes. Jens Meier, Chairman of the Executive Board of the HPA said, “In the event of storm surges, accidents or other unforeseeable disruptions, flying, floating or self-driving robots can be

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on-site considerably faster and provide highresolution videos and pictures for an exact overview of the situation. The time saved can be decisive in an emergency. Furthermore, they make the maintenance and expansion of the port infrastructure significantly more efficient – for example, in the case of facilities that are difficult, time-consuming or dangerous to reach.” Lars Neumann, Director of Logistics at HHLA added, “HHLA Sky typifies the targeted growth and innovation strategy of HHLA. Based on our strong position, we are drivers of sustainable innovations for the logistics of the future.”

I R S P R E PA R E S DISASTER M A N AG E M E N T PL AN FOR GMB Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) has prepared Disaster Management Plans (DMP) for ports operated by the Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB). The ports listed by GMB for preparation of DM plans including Alang, Bhavnagar, Jafrabad, Mandvi, Okha, Porbandar and Veraval. DMP’s are essential in helping ports respond effectively and promptly in times of emergencies and ensures that normal functioning of the ports is restored in the shortest possible timeframe with minimal impact. GMB, in the process of enhancing safety of its ports, has assigned IRS the work of preparing DMP as per NDMA and NDMP guidelines. Subsequently, a ‘Master DMP’ was prepared considering all GMB operated ports. The ports under GMB have special significance as they are spread over a large coastal area and represent the trade of the hinterland region and the industrial belt. IRS has also signed a MoU with GMB towards collaboration for updating and preparation of DMPs for all ports under GMB. While preparing the DMP’s, IRS conducted several in-person surveys in order to identify

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the various foreseen and unforeseen risk factors and devised means to best contain, combat and resolve these risks by mobilising the required resources which could include human as well as material resources. This is done by reviewing the relevant documents, infrastructure and interacting with the port officers to understand the roles and responsibilities of the various personnel. Capt. Ashwin Solanki, Chief Nautical Officer, Gujarat Maritime Board said, “GMB is committed to offer it’s best efforts to achieve zero casualty in event of any disasters. As a leading maritime board, GMB places top priority on ensuring minimal disruption to the functioning of its ports. Through the Disaster Management Plans we aim to establish a framework for emergency preparedness. We appreciate the professional and timely efforts from Indian Register of Shipping in this regard.” Dr. Asokendu Samanta, Divisional Head, Research & Development Division at IRS said, “Ports are gateways for our trade routes and are important cogs in the supply chain system. It is therefore important for ports to prepare for any eventuality to ensure seamless movement of trade. IRS is happy to support and provide our services to GMB to help combat these eventualities.” PEM

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Freeport East has moved a significant step closer to fulfilling its vision. The outline business case has been formally approved by Government, the three tax sites in Felixstowe, Harwich and at Gateway 14 near Stowmarket have been agreed, published on GOV.UK and Statutory Instruments laid to enshrine them in legislation. George Kieffer, Acting Chairman of Freeport East, said, “This is a major achievement. Freeport East represents a unique opportunity to deliver economic growth and will create many high skilled jobs in the local communities. It will work closely together with the private sector as well as education institutions to create these opportunities through

innovation and investment. Following designation, businesses investing in the Freeport’s tax sites will be able to benefit from a number of tax reliefs. “The UK Freeports policy is designed to encourage businesses from around the world to create new hubs of global trade that will transform economic prospects and job opportunities for local communities. The location of Freeport East, with the country’s main unitised trade hub at its core and 50% of planned offshore wind capacity on its doorstep, could not be better placed to deliver on these objectives and to help the UK achieve its ambitious energy transition objectives.” The tax reliefs that will be available in the designated tax sites are - Stamp Duty Land Tax Relief, Enhanced Capital Allowances, Enhanced Structures and Buildings Allowance, National Insurance Contributions rate relief and business rates relief. Freeport East will create a global trade hub, resulting in economic growth,

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bringing more jobs and prosperity to the region. The project will accelerate opportunities in green energy and will help level-up the national economy. In addition to the three tax sites, Freeport East will have customs sites at Felixstowe, Harwich, Gateway 14, Port One Logistics Park, Horsely Cross, Uniserve and PD Ports.

INVESTMENT AT P O R T O F K I N G ’ S LY N N TO K E E P PAC E W I T H TIMBER DEMAND Associated British Ports (ABP) has seen its Vancouver Timber Terminal officially open at the Port of Kings Lynn. Named after Captain George Vancouver who originated from the town, the new facility provides 3,000 m2 of undercover storage. Timber volumes at the port have seen a year-on-year uplift of 85% to keep pace with increased demand for use in construction, manufacturing and DIY in 2021. ABP has invested over £1.4m in the new Dutch Barn undercover storage facility which measures 130 m by 25 m and could accommodate 120 stacked double decker buses. Now that works are complete, it is expected that the facility will be full to the brim in less than two weeks. Building and civil engineering company Britcon completed the work at the port. Construction took over five months and supported 20 jobs. James Wild, MP for Northwest Norfolk said, “This investment in new facilities to support high demand from construction and other sectors is a vote of confidence in Norfolk. As the economy continues to bounce back, ABP King’s Lynn’s crucial trading links are playing an important role in driving growth across the country.” Andrew Harston, Director of Wales and Short Sea Ports for ABP added, “I am delighted to see 42

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this facility open and ready to meet our growing demand. ABP King’s Lynn has handled increased volumes of timber this last year and we expect that this trend will continue.” The 39-hectare (97 acre) Port of King’s Lynn handles around 500,000 tonnes of goods each year comprising dry bulks, forest products, steel and other metals. Working tirelessly towards ABP’s mission of ‘Keeping Britain Trading’, the port continues its commitment to support the recovery of the UK economy, and the variety of industries in which ABP’s customers are involved.

PD PORTS U N V E I L S Q UAYS I D E WA R E H O U S E AT G R OV E P O R T PD Ports has unveiled its latest investment at Groveport on the River Trent - a £0.5m warehouse facility that will boost trade efficiencies and reduce costs for port customers as part of a long-term plan to continue growing business on the Humber. The 929 m2 transit warehouse – an interim storage location for cargo - will improve the turnaround time on vessels carrying weathersensitive cargo, including fertiliser and steel hollow sections, allowing for temporary, covered quayside storage before transportation to a main warehousing facility on site.

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This investment will maximise the efficiency of the ship-to-shore cranes that move cargo from the vessels onto the quay, therefore decreasing the time vessels stay in port, providing a more cost-effective solution for customers in terms of chartering costs. PD Ports Chief Commercial Officer, Geoff Lippitt, said, “We are delighted to be able to offer this new facility that will directly benefit multiple valued customers at Groveport and further demonstrates our on-going commitment to providing unparalleled levels of service without compromising on sustainability. “Working in partnership with our customers, we have been able to provide a solution that will save time and money whilst increasing efficiencies and, most importantly, offer an effective solution for handling their cargo. This new investment forms part of our wider plans to diversify the cargos we currently handle and will make Groveport a highly attractive option for businesses dealing with weather-sensitive products.” The new facility will accommodate a range of

cargos that would usually require immediate transfer to covered warehousing for shelter from adverse weather conditions due to their sensitive nature. Long-standing and much valued customer, All Steels Trading, will be one beneficiary of the new transit store, with steel hollow imports now able to be temporarily housed in covered, quayside storage whilst discharge completes and before transfer to All Steels Trading’s on-site warehouse. All Steels Trading Managing Director, Laurence McDougall, added, “After nearly two years of disruption caused by the pandemic and all the associated operational constraints, I just wanted to communicate All Steels Trading’s pleasing satisfaction of the newly installed quayside warehouse at Groveport. “The proximity of this large quayside warehouse, immediately adjacent to the berth, has significantly improved discharge speeds and, with vessel availability being so tight in the current market, off-loading speeds have never been so important. The introduction of this new facility has certainly helped to strengthen PD

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Ports, and Groveport’s, reputation in the market as a company making investments to advance its infrastructure to the benefit of its steel trading tenants and their supply chains.”

D P WO R L D TO BUILD SECOND S P E C U L AT I V E LO N D O N GAT E WAY WA R E H O U S E DP World has announced that it will fast-track the delivery of a speculative 11,055 m2 green warehouse at London Gateway’s port-centric Logistics Park to meet unprecedented demand for space at the freeport site. DP World plans to complete its second speculative warehouse facility in less than a year at London Gateway - a River Thames Freeport. With international trade changing fast during the pandemic, a growing number of businesses are taking advantage of the financial incentives which come with being part of a freeport, including zero stamp duty on leases, significant savings on employer national insurance contributions, accelerated capital allowances and a five-year business rates holiday. Oliver Treneman, Park Development Director at DP World in the UK, said, “We have seen the best year for new business in a decade as demand for premium warehousing space in the Southeast of England has reached unprecedented levels. We are very confident that LG119 (Plot 4040), the facility we are announcing today, will be of interest to some of the dozens of retail, manufacturing and logistics businesses looking to expand or establish new operations who have contacted us to take advantage of the unique opportunities on offer since our freeport status was announced.

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PD Ports owns and operates five strategically positioned, well-connected and complementary sites on the Humber including Groveport, Hull, Howden, Immingham and Keadby.

“At London Gateway, we have the space, infrastructure and vision to support customers as they grow. Our partnership approach, logistics expertise, digital solutions and intermodal connectivity, particularly rail, help us to solve logistical challenges and give our customers more control over their supply chains.” The fast-tracked delivery of a second speculative warehouse follows the announcement two months ago that a 10,124 m2 unit at the site had been leased to OASIS Group, which provides information management and document storage services. The rapidly expanding port-centric logistics park is the biggest of its kind in Europe and will become home to a workforce of around 10,000 within the next seven years. The new facility will be ready for occupation at the end of the third quarter of this year. It will be one of the most sustainable warehouses yet

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built, with a BREEAM ‘Outstanding’ classification, delivering a 30% carbon reduction during construction and 40% reduction in operational carbon emissions.

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A B P L AU N C H E S THE FIRST OF ITS NEW PORT-CENTRIC M A N U FAC T U R I N G SITES IN HULL Associated British Ports (ABP) has launched the first of its new tranche of port-manufacturing sites, called the Humber International Enterprise Park (HIEP), at ABP’s Port of Hull. ABP has appointed leading commercial property consultants, CBRE together with Savills, to act as agents and to advise on the project. DP World’s London Gateway

The 468 acres (1.894 kms2) of prime land of the HIEP site includes 212 acres (0.858 kms2) of port estate that benefits from Enterprise Zone Status, being situated within the Humber Freeport Tax Assisted Zone. The site also has potential quayside access to the Port of Hull via a dedicated road/rail link, which can offer the benefit of access to port facilities. With on-site renewable energy generation at the port (including the UK’s largest commercial rooftop solar array), a large skilled workforce in the Humber, and strong road and rail connectivity, this site is ideally suited for portcentric manufacturing and logistics. Simon Bird, ABP’s Regional Director for the Humber says, “HIEP offers huge potential to support business growth for those looking to base themselves in the Humber. Port-centric manufacturers would have easy access to import and export commodities whilst benefiting from the Humber Freeport status. The development area is also close to the A1033, providing access to the A63 and M62 motorway.” This development site in the Humber is the first of a tranche of 14 sites, of more than 1,000 acres of development land, that ABP has brought forward to support the UK’s supply chain, manufacturing, and renewable energy sectors. ABP continues to demonstrate its commitment and contribution to the UK’s economic recovery and supply chain efficiency. PEM VOL 41 ISSUE 1 |

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MAJOR COMMITMENT TO R E D U C E WAT E R F R O N T EMISSIONS

As world leaders met at the 26th Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow recently finding new ways of reducing carbon emissions and slow down the increase in global warming, this is where the shipping industry came under more pressure to eventually eliminate burning fossil fuels as a primary energy source. IMO has set a firm deadline for shipping to achieve a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2050, compared to 2008 levels. The race is now on to find clean, green fuels and emission free propulsion to radically change shipping and build a sustainable industry for generations to come. Shipping now faces additional legislation and carbon taxes following a series of pledges made by governments at COP26, and IMO will likely have to reach interim emission reduction targets by 2030 and 2040. The Paris Agreement’s long-term temperature goal to combat climate change is to keep the rise in mean global temperature to well below 2°C above pre-industrial levels, and preferably limit the increase to 1.5°C recognising that this would substantially reduce the impacts of climate change. Emissions should be reduced as soon as possible and reach net-zero by the middle of the 21st century (2050). Climate change impacts can be mitigated by reducing GHG emissions and by enhancing sinks

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Shore power in action in Scandinavia

that absorb greenhouse gases from the atmosphere. In maritime logistics transport, scenarios envision sharp increases in the market share of electric vehicles, and a switch to low-carbon fuel for other transportation modes would be helpful to decarbonise with the use of technologies and modes of transport. As the move to electric powered vehicles gathers pace, Hutchison Ports as part of its sustainability strategy, and to reduce carbon emissions, has announced it is phasing out diesel powered tractors and replacing them with units powered by electricity or hydrogen. The programme will also see an end to the purchase of diesel-powered tractors from January 2024 except in exceptional circumstances. Before that time at least 20% of any proposed purchase of internal tractors will be powered by green energy, such as electricity.

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offshore electric charging solutions to vessels at ports, hubs and offshore energy operations. Stillstrom, meaning ‘quiet power’ in Danish, is an early-stage technology spin-out, whose full-scale product launch will be the first-to-market in offshore charging, enabling idle vessels to power from clean electricity. Offshore charging for idle vessels is critical to facilitating the decarbonisation of the maritime industry, since it allows vessel owners to replace fossil fuels with electricity while being safely moored to the charging buoy. The first full-scale charging buoy will be demonstrated with Norway’s Ørsted in the third quarter of 2022. The power buoy will supply overnight power to one of Ørsted’s Service Operations Vessels (SOV), thereby supporting Ørsted’s target of climate-neutral operations in 2025. Ørsted will be responsible for the grid integration of the charging buoy. Ørsted intends to make publicly available any intellectual property generated during the design of the buoy’s integration into the offshore wind asset, to maximise the potential uptake of this carbon-reducing innovation across the offshore wind sector. The charging buoy itself is large enough to The Strillstrom system

charge an SOV-sized battery- or hybrid-electric vessel. The same solution will be scaled and adapted to supply power to larger vessels, enabling vessels of all sizes to turn off their engines when lying idle. By substituting fossilbased fuels with green electricity, virtually all emissions and noise pollution are eliminated while the buoy is in use. “Stillstrom is part of our commitment to solving the energy challenges of tomorrow. By investing in this ocean cleantech space at an early stage, we can help lead the green transition of the maritime industry. Stillstrom has been developed within MSS and the timing is right to create a venture that will be focused on delivering offshore charging solutions,” says Steen S. Karstensen, CEO of MSS. “Our vision at Stillstrom is to enable maritime decarbonisation, by providing the infrastructure that will allow vessels to charge from clean energy when idle offshore. The mission is to remove 5.5m tonnes of CO2 within five years of commercial rollout, additionally eliminating particulate matter, NOx, and SOx,” says Sebastian Klasterer Toft, Venture Program Manager at MSS. Stillstrom is fully owned by MSS and has received funding support from the Danish Maritime Fund and EUDP.

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HPA has started construction of additional shore power facilities plus knowhow exchange

H PA S TA R T S CONSTRUCTION OF ADDITIONAL SHORE P OW E R FAC I L I T I E S To achieve the goals of its clean air plan and reach an important milestone towards climate neutrality in the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg, the city’s legislature has commissioned Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) to supervise planning and construction of shore-based power facilities at the Burchardkai, Tollerort and Eurogate container terminals, as well as Steinwerder and HafenCity cruise terminals. In expanding shore power supply, the Port of Hamburg is setting a clear signal of greater protection for the environment, also boosting the port’s attractiveness in terms of the continually growing demand for climateneutral, environment-friendly logistics chains and ship voyages. Sustained investments in the project are being boosted by public funds as well as the German federal programme for promoting expansion of shore power supply facilities outlined in the relevant administrative agreement. Following the successful conclusion of tendering, the project now moves into the implementation stage. Siemens has been selected as prime contractor for Burchardkai and 48

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Tollerort container terminals, and PowerCon for the Eurogate container terminal and Steinwerder cruise terminal. Ship connection systems for the container terminals are being developed by Igus, and for the cruise terminal by Stemmann Technology. All partners in the project can look back on substantial experience in building shore power supply units. Along with the terminal operators, they will be engaged in innovative pioneer work, since the units will for the most part be the first of their kind in Europe. HafenCity Cruise Terminal will be equipped with a shore power unit by 2025, others are being planned for additional terminals handling vessels of other types. On completion of these, seagoing ships can be supplied with green power in Hamburg. With the test stage of operation already commencing early in 2023, Hamburg will be taking a giant stride towards decarbonisation of the port, years ahead of the EU regulation foreseen for 2030. Along with the other North Range ports - Antwerp, Bremerhaven, Rotterdam, Le Havre – Hamburg has set itself still more ambitious targets for contributing towards sustainable logistics chains. HPA aims to offer innovative and especially environment-aware shipping companies’ climateneutral and pollutant-free laytime from 2023 onwards. It is therefore inviting market players to an exchange of knowhow on possible utilisation of the shore power supply infrastructure. This will enable HPA to join potential customers in developing and establishing innovative energy solutions and ensuring that this new facility meets the requirements of future users as comprehensively as possible.

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DA M E N TA K E S OV E R S KO O N B OX Holland’s Damen Shipyards Group has taken over the Skoonbox from Skoon Energy. The world’s first maritime-certified, multi-purpose battery container will be used to deliver renewable power at Damen yards for applications where diesel generators or ships’ engines are primarily used at present. This teu is the first step towards Damen’s sustainable battery network for mobile and temporary applications. In time, it can potentially also be deployed for customers world-wide. The Skoonbox contains 314 lithium batteries, good for 638 kW/hr of renewable energy. In recent years, the Skoonbox has been used for numerous applications in the Amsterdam Port Area. Putting the Skoonbox in a barge, for example, gave Damen a floating battery that has

supplied green power to a range of ships. “The Skoonbox, and the clean energy systems coming in its wake, are opening up tremendous opportunities for us to reduce our ecological footprint and those of our customers,” explains Vincent de Maat of Damen Shipyards Group. “This is a sustainable replacement for diesel generators, but it can also be used as a green form of shore power, allowing ships berthed at our repair yards to turn off their on-board engines. That saves a lot of emissions.” “Our focus is on developing Skoon Sharing, the software platform that brings together both local and international supply and demand for mobile, sustainable energy solutions,” says Peter Paul van Voorst tot Voorst, the CEO and founder of Skoon Energy. “The Skoonbox experience has provided us with a tremendous amount of indispensable data and insights. As part of our long-term vision, our aim is not to be hardware owners. Our strength is the development of customer-friendly and commercially scalable software and AI. That is how we realise easy access to clean energy, wherever it may be.” PEM

The handover of Skoonbox (teams from Skoon and Damen)

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OIL SPILL RESPONSE L I M I T E D TO PA R T N E R W I T H CTEH AND CSA

Oil Spill Response Limited (OSRL) is partnering with two leading environmental consulting firms, CTEH and CSA Ocean Sciences (CSA), to provide its members with additional specialist monitoring and sampling (M&S) services. These services cover the fields of human health, marine environmental monitoring, impact assessment and complementary spill response skills such as Shoreline Clean-up Assessment Technique (SCAT), crisis management and Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping. “OSRL lives by the strategy of continuous improvement, including through innovative third-party solutions that widen our existing response toolbox and add value for our members. We are delighted to confirm the new arrangement with CTEH and CSA, said Robert Limb, Chief Executive at OSRL. “Having this extra capability at our disposal will ensure members can access specialised services directly through their membership package, with the reassurance of working with fully vetted and trusted partners.” OSRL’s strategic addition of CTEH and CSA services follows the release of the IOGP-IPIECA ‘Oil Spill Monitoring and Sampling’ (M&S) Good Practice Guide in 2020. IOGP-IPIECA published the guide in response to the need to establish M&S programmes to collect and centralise baseline data. A robust, early

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intervention M&S programme and the tools, training, and techniques to gather such data before, during and after a spill is of clear merit in determining the potential impact of the oil. Furthermore, it adds rigour to any monitoring programmes around the potential impact on habitats, human health, and protected species. “For more than two decades, CTEH has proudly helped industries around the globe prepare for, respond to and recover from crisis events, natural disasters and other incidents,” said Cory Davis, CEO of CTEH. “This agreement with OSRL is a testament to our team’s experience, expertise and exemplary services.” Dr. Jodi Harney, CSA’s Energy Director, “Expansion of CSA’s strategic relationship with OSRL supports our mutual desire to serve the needs of the international offshore energy industry, to continually improve our offerings, and to collaborate on emerging ideas and technologies. We appreciate the opportunity and look forward to the work ahead.” The environmental consulting firms signed the service agreements with OSRL during this year’s Clean Gulf Conference & Exhibition. CTEHRM Director Helen Dubach and Davis represented CTEH, and Dr Jodi Harney, energy director and senior scientist, represented CSA. (Left to right) Robert Limb, CEO, OSRL and Cory Davis, CEO, CTEH

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ABP Humber’s Marine Response Centre

ABP HUMBER COMPLETE OIL SPILL INCIDENT M A N AG E M E N T EXERCISE Associated British Ports (ABP), in partnership with cross sector stakeholders, successfully completed its annual Humber Oil Spill Incident Management Exercise (HUMEX) during November. The exercise works to test the processes involved in managing an oil spill within the Humber. ABP is the Statutory and Competent Harbour Authority for the Humber Estuary and is responsible for ensuring the safety of marine operations within the ports and estuary. As part of its duty of care to the Humber, each year ABP Humber conduct an Incident Management Exercise to test the Oil Spill Contingency Plan “Humber Clean” which was revalidated in May this year by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA). The oil spill scenario was simulated on the Humber, 300 m northwest of Immingham Dock. ABP’s Marine Response Centre was activated to deal with the notification that approximately 5-10 tonnes of gasoil had leaked into the area, as a result of a barge suffering from a split hose.

To note, this was a fictional scenario used by the team and was not based on any actual incidents at the port. Marine Response Centre team leaders worked on a number of individual responsibilities to move through the exercise, testing the many processes in place to ensure a quick containment and management of the scenario. As a first response to any notification of an oil spill, ABP Tier 1 teams can be deployed to tackle the spill. Adler and Allan operate as Tier 2 contractors for ABP, and upon their arrival would support the incident management team with containment and clear-up operations. This training opportunity enabled ABP’s Marine Response Centre to test many aspects of incident management including communications, ‘Send Word Now’ for cascaded alerts, and the new management structure within the OSCP plan. A full communications check was completed by ABP with organisations such as the Humber Emergency Planning Services, Environment Agency and the MCA. Head of Marine for ABP’s Humber ports, Gary Wilson, said, “The Humber Estuary is a special place and holds a number of designations for the habitats and wildlife, both resident and migratory, that can be found here. The annual Humber Incident Management Exercise is a vital piece of protection to ensure that any incident can be dealt with safely and quickly to prevent damage to the environment. I’d like to commend the team involved in this year’s exercise for their participation, timely response and professionalism.”

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BOSKALIS IN AG R E E M E N T TO D E V E LO P T H E WO R L D ’ S F I R S T E N E R GY I S L A N D PROJECT Holland’s Boskalis has signed a partnership agreement with Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), a leading global fund manager focused on renewable energy investments, together with three internationally renowned companies, to bid for the development of the energy island in the Danish North Sea. The signing of this agreement marks a significant step towards realising the world’s first energy island, a project conceptualised by CIP and a crucial project in unlocking the rapid and unprecedented build-out of global offshore renewable energy to fight climate change. The Danish Energy Agency is currently in dialogue with potential bidders for the energy island tender, which is expected to be launched by the third quarter of 2022. The four chosen contractors are ACCIONA, Boskalis, DEME and MT Højgaard International, each of which offer a unique set of capabilities and experience. These contractors, together called the ‘NJORD Group’, display an impressive track record, as well as an extensive pool of bestin-class equipment and skilled staff needed to ensure reliable and timely project development and execution. Peter Berdowski, CEO Royal Boskalis Westminster, “We are excited with the formation of this partnership together with CIP as a leading global developer in the field of renewables. With our unique track record of creating new and climate resilient land development projects, together with our broad range of capabilities in the area of renewables, Boskalis is a logical

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contractor for the development of this innovative energy island in the Danish section of the North Sea. We look forward to taking the development of renewables further offshore to create a sustainable new horizon for millions of European households.” The energy island in the North Sea will be located approximately 80-100 kms off the Danish west coast, where conditions for green energy production based on offshore wind are optimal. The island will be able to connect 10 GW of offshore wind to Denmark and other neighbouring markets, host an innovation zone with potential for large-scale energy storage and Power-to-X technologies, and provide accommodation and operation and maintenance services from onsite harbour facilities.

R O H D E & S C H WA R Z S O LU T I O N F O R PL A VESSEL TRAFFIC S E RV I C E S Germany’s Rohde & Schwarz has revealed details of its role in a project to totally upgrade the London vessel traffic services (VTS) communication equipment for the Port of London Authority (PLA). Working with PLA engineers at the authority’s control centres in Gravesend, Kent and the Thames Barrier Navigation Centre (TBNC) in Woolwich, Rohde & Schwarz has installed an advanced, VoIP-based maritime communications system to handle all VTS communications. The new, customised system enhances the PLA’s ability to control movement of vessels within the Port of London, which spans the entire coastal Thames from Teddington Lock to the North Sea and provides future-proof scalability as the VTS requirements continue to evolve. “The solution Rohde & Schwarz proposed delivers many advanced features and is designed to ensure the uptime and availability we need

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VTS officer Guy Underwood shown at the controls of the Rohde & Schwarz VoIP-based maritime communications system at the Thames Barrier Navigation Centre, Woolwich.

with no additional overhead to design-in thirdparty protection,” said chief harbour master, Bob Baker. “We also appreciate the user interface, which is extremely easy to navigate, and the knowledgeable support that gives us confidence in the robustness, functionality and longevity of the system in our critical infrastructure.” “Our scalable, all-IP voice-communication systems deliver flexibility and ease of use for safety-critical applications, including air-traffic control and maritime communications, which demand the utmost reliability and quality of service,” said Anne Stephan, Vice President Critical Infrastructure at Rohde & Schwarz. “Our team, along with PLA engineers, worked effectively together to deliver the solution and ensure a smooth transition to the new system.” PLA’s new integrated communication system simplifies vendor-independent integration of telephone and intercom systems, various types of radios including VHF, ADTS system and other equipment such as conferencing and SCADA systems. Resource sharing mechanisms are built in, and various applications can be integrated including mapping, messaging, and third-party applications such as recording and playback, to enable the connectivity to available voice services. There are also facilities for emergency resource management and contingency planning, provided through the operator GUI.

The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) has launched its new Tidal API platform, with expanded coverage for the coastlines of the British Isles and the Republic of Ireland, as well as new tidal data information to support mariners in British and Irish waters. Following extensive research and development by UKHO, the new Tidal API platform is a modernised version of UK Tidal API. This service is the UK’s largest authoritative source of tidal height predictions for standard and secondary tidal level stations, using the most accurate and reliable data to provide tidal predictions to small chart users. The new offering includes two subscription options which have been upgraded to include tidal data for the Republic of Ireland, in addition to UK waters, as well as the Isle of Man and the Channel Islands. Tidal API also provides users with the ability to acquire tidal stream information and tidal height graphs. Foundation access provides a one-year subscription to access current tidal information plus 13 days’ worth of tidal height and stream events. Premium access provides access to historical and current data plus one year’s worth of tidal events and interval predictions. Both provide a wide range of tidal height stations and stream locations. Commenting on the launch, Simon Hampshire, Product Manager at UKHO, said, “Tidal API is a significant step forward from its UK-only predecessor, offering wider geographic coverage that includes the Republic of Ireland, as well as new tidal stream data to provide a richer understanding of tidal conditions. We have

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UKHO has launched its new Tidal API platform

listened to feedback from customers, and are confident that Tidal API will provide a muchenhanced service that ensures app developers and small craft users have access to the tidal data they require.” In line with UKHO’s wider move to enhance its tidal product portfolio, Tidal API complements the ADMIRALTY EasyTide platform, which has been designed to provide free access to seven days of tidal predictions for more than 600 UK

port locations. UKHO also encourages customers to explore ADMIRALTY Tidal Prediction Service, ADMIRALTY TotalTide, Tidal Stream Events, and its stock of Leisure Charts. The launch of Tidal API reinforces UKHO’s capabilities of supporting the maritime community, embodying its values of ensuring the safety of life at sea (SOLAS) with safe and seamless navigational data and tools.

HUISMAN COMPOSITE TUBUL ARS D E M O N S T R AT E I M P R E S S I V E PERFORMANCE Recently, Rotterdam’s Huisman’s Composite Tubulars demonstrated their strength in a test facilitated by the Rijkswijk Centre for Sustainable Geo-energy the Netherlands. During the test, a newly developed 9 5/8-inch full composite pipe took an impressive 530 bar external pressure before it finally collapsed. 54

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The Huisman Composite Tubulars (HCT) pipe system is developed and tested specifically for well construction purposes. With the shift from steel to composite materials, HCT tackles corrosion problems at the core and reduces the potential for scaling to the absolute minimum. Huisman is continuously exploring and

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developing new solutions to improve drillingand production operations in terms of safety, sustainability, reliability and efficiency. HCT combines the expertise of material scientists, well engineers, drillers and operators. In addition to all the expertise that has gone into the development of HCT, the tubulars are thoroughly tested. The recent example is just the latest in a series of destructive tests that serve to demonstrate the system’s robust performance capabilities. The tubulars bring solutions to diverse applications including tubing, casing, liners, seethrough sections or specials. On each occasion, Huisman precedes application with a tailored design process that ensures the optimal match between the application requirements and the product’s capabilities. The transparent nature of the tubulars is also a unique advantage, enabling measuring and logging activities to take place with ease through the tubular wall. The system draws on MaxFlow connection technology – itself a robust threaded connection that is slender, internally flush, reusable and compatible with other well components. Korneel van der Meer, Huisman Product Manager said, “The composite materials used for HCT avoids corrosion and minimises the potential for scaling to occur and the unique MaxFlow connection maximises the internal flow area. This combination results in considerably reduced costs due to pump losses, unforeseen maintenance, revenue loss and, potentially, complete shut-in. Ultimately, the preservation of well integrity provided by HCT offers enhanced protection to life and the environment. The Huisman Composite Tubular – MaxFlow

“The results of this latest test are yet another confirmation of HCT’s fitness for purposes. I would like to thank the Rijswijk Centre for Geoenergy for facilitating this test.” Features and benefits of Huisman Composite Tubulars: • Corrosion resistance • Large flow area and ultra-smooth internal surface reducing friction and mitigating scaling • Designed for downhole applications • Superior composite quality (no voids) • Lightweight • Transparency for logging

DNV ASSESSES HYDROGEN READINESS OF H U N GA R I A N GA S PIPELINE FGSZ Ltd, the owner and operator of the Hungarian high-pressure transmission natural gas pipeline system servicing gas distribution companies, power plants and large industrial consumers has commissioned DNV to assess the suitability for partial to full hydrogen transport of one of FGSZ’s pipelines. The intention of this project is to evaluate the suitability of FGSZ’s DN600 system, consisting of a DN600 pipeline and valve station for hydrogen transportation. FGSZ has set up different scenarios to assess the implications of exchanging natural gas with up to 100% gaseous hydrogen. As part of the European Green Deal, with the European Climate Law, the EU has set itself a binding target of achieving climate neutrality by 2050. In this context, the EU Hydrogen Strategy provides guidelines and actions for how to kick-start the hydrogen economy. FGSZ is contributing to this strategy by examining the transportability of hydrogen and hydrogen mixtures in the Hungarian natural gas system. VOL 41 ISSUE 1 |

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Indeed, some 78% of senior energy professionals say repurposing existing infrastructure – such as the FGSZ system –will be key to developing a large-scale hydrogen economy. This is according to DNV’s recent report Rising to the Challenge of a Hydrogen Economy, which explores the outlook for the emerging hydrogen economy, from production through to consumption. The natural gas transmission system has been well established in Hungary for over 70 years and the total length of the long-distance pipeline system is 5,874 kms. With respect to its volume, the pipeline system – when filled up to full pressure – can cover Hungary’s gas demand for one day in the coldest winter. “Hydrogen will play a key role in deeply decarbonising Europe’s gas transportation industry and contributing to the European Union’s targets for net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. We are delighted to secure this project with FGSZ and support them in navigating the risks and opportunities of the energy transition, ultimately accelerating the supply of decarbonised gas to their customers. This is an important step for FGSZ, and for Hungary, in contributing to the EU climate neutrality target by 2050,” said Prajeev Rasiah, Executive Vice President for Energy Systems, Northern Europe at DNV. “The project involves DNV energy experts from the Netherlands and Germany, investigating the potential of hydrogen transportation options through the DN600 pipeline utilising expertise in pipeline material, safety, integrity, and pipeline inspection. It’s pleasing to see that Part of the FGSZ pipeline

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the experience we are bringing from previous hydrogen studies in the UK, The Netherlands and Italy is really valued by FGSZ,” added Victoria Monsma, Pipeline Integrity Specialist, who is actively involved in this project.

OCEAN I N F I N I T Y E X PA N D S R O B OT I C F L E E T Norway’s Kongsberg Maritime (KM) has announced that Ocean Infinity has signed an order for six HUGIN Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) rated to 3,000 m depth. The vehicles are equipped with a geophysical sensor suite and the latest generation Kongsberg batteries. The new vehicles will be mobilised for global operations, enabled by Ocean Infinity’s remote operations infrastructure. The vehicles will integrate as part of the Armada fleet of uncrewed and optionally crewed vessels and will augment the company’s existing AUVs, rated to 6,000 m depth. Dan Hook, CTO of Ocean Infinity, said, “Lessening the environmental impact of operations at sea is core to our business, and with an expanded fleet of robotics, we’ll have greater capacity to offer sustainable offshore data acquisition services. Using these AUVs as part of our robotic fleet, we’ll be supporting the growing renewables sector with remote data and inspection services.” “This latest order from Ocean Infinity takes their fleet of HUGIN AUVs to more than 20, making them uniquely placed to deliver data acquisition services at an unmatched scale,” added Richard Mills, Vice President Marine Robotics Sales with Kongsberg Maritime. “They also include the introduction of some new capabilities enabling operators to interface more easily with third-party software and also control adaptive behaviours in response to data collected in-mission.”

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Josh Broussard, Director of Sub-Surface Technology at Ocean Infinity, added, “These new AUVs include special software interfaces which will allow us to integrate our remote operations technology, mission planning and dive management software, along with a backseat driver allowing the vehicle to react to payload sensor output. Combined, these technologies will enable greater autonomy, resulting in smart and efficient data gathering.”

APPOINTMENT OF N E W C O N T R AC T F O R S E N E GA L , WEST AFRICA Sealite is pleased to announce that we have been awarded a significant contract for the Port of St. Louis River in Senegal, West Africa. The site is managed by Agence Nationale des Affaires Maritimes (ANAM), the maritime authority based in Dakar, Senegal. The Port of St. Louis River has not been commercially navigable since the drought of the 1970s. The aim of the project is to undertake channel works to help re-establish important trade links between West Africa and Northern Africa to Europe and Asia. The project is being commissioned by Dredging International, one of the primary operating companies of the DEME Group. DEME is a world leader in dredging and land reclamation and provides solutions for offshore energy, environmental and infra marine works. Dredging and widening of the channel will be undertaken with the removal of 1,314,000 m3 of material within the next 3½ months. Sealite’s appointed partner Deparentis is commissioning 72 marine buoys and lanterns, installed along a 10.2 kms stretch of the channel. Sealite was awarded the contract based on our reputation and ability to meet very tight supply deadlines. Whilst Sealite has been supplying Aids to Navigation into the African region for

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many years, this is the first large scale project in Senegal. In late December 2021 representatives from all three organisations were present for a factory acceptance test (FAT). They visited Sealite’s ISO9001:2015 accredited US manufacturing facility. Based in Tilton, New Hampshire, the factory is a supporting site for Sealite and mirrors the same exacting standards of Sealite’s main manufacturing facility in Melbourne, Australia. “The award represents an important milestone for our company. We plan to keep growing our presence in the African region while supporting our customers in their journey to adopt the best and most innovative AtoN solutions,” said Michael Walker, Managing Director – Australia, Asia, Pacific and the Middle East. Sealite’s Poseidon-1750 marine buoys and SL-B1200-FW fast water buoys were selected for this project. They will be partnered with SL-70’s and SL-C310 self-contained marine lanterns. GPS synchronisation will ensure all the lights flash in unison, clearly identifying safe passage for mariners. The use of satellite monitoring will provide visibility and control utilising the Star2M secure asset monitoring and control platform. VOL 41 ISSUE 1 |

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FIRST UNCREWED V E S S E L S U RV E Y I N I R I S H WAT E R S U N D E R TA K E N BY XOCEAN In a first for Ireland, an Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV) was launched by XOCEAN off the Co. Louth coast last week, to undertake an environmental survey of the seabed in collaboration with Dundalk Institute of Technology (DkIT). This is the first time an uncrewed vessel has operated in Irish waters and represents a major step forward in reducing the carbon footprint associated with offshore survey operations. XOCEAN’s carbonneutral approach to delivering marine data has

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seen demand for its services grow steadily since it commenced operations in 2019, and with clients across the globe, and revenue tripling in 2021, the company is set to continue its impressive growth trajectory in 2022. XOCEAN is pioneering uncrewed marine technology and to-date has delivered over 100 projects globally for some of the world’s largest companies. In the last 12 months, the XOCEAN team has grown from 41 to 120 and plans to recruit 100 additional hires in the next six months. Ireland is fast-tracking the development of its offshore wind sector in line with commitments to increase offshore wind capacity to 3.5 GW as part of the government’s ambitions to deliver 70% of electricity from renewable sources by 2030, as a result of the 2019 Climate Action Plan. This environmental research survey, utilising multi-beam echo-sounder sensors will be used to characterise the seabed in this area of the Irish Sea. The XOCEAN USV

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XOCEAN’s USVs offer significant benefits including safety with operators remaining onshore, efficiency with 24/7 operations and environmental with ultra-low emissions which together leads to significant economic savings for customers. The uncrewed vessel is around the size of an average car (4.5 m) and half its weight (750 kg) and emits just one thousandth of the carbon typically produced by traditional offshore survey vessels. Throughout the survey, a team of qualified mariners and surveyors monitored the USV 24/7 to ensure the safety of navigation and that the highest quality data was collected. Having operated in 16 jurisdictions globally in North America, Europe and Asia, XOCEAN is delighted to have completed last week’s survey in Irish waters and is grateful to the Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Hildegarde Naughton T.D. and the Marine Survey Office for their engagement and support in enabling this highly innovative project to be delivered. Commenting on the project, James Ives, CEO of XOCEAN said, “Our USV platform has demonstrated itself to be a safe, reliable and low carbon solution for the collection of ocean data. We are delighted to be working in Irish waters and in collaboration with Dundalk Institute of Technology, on this important environmental project.” Hildegarde Naughton, T.D. and Minister of State at the Department of Transport, and former Chair of the Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action has been keen to highlight the Government’s responsibility to address the urgent issue of climate change, added, “We are constantly looking for innovative ways to promote positive sustainable action on climate change and XOCEAN’s low-carbon approach to delivering marine data in the safest way possible is a very positive step forward. The vision and innovation demonstrated by Irish based XOCEAN creates opportunity for the development of sustainable projects to be conducted in a sustainable way, such as the preparation of sites and route planning for offshore wind energy projects. Transport has an important role to play in terms of tackling our emissions and the technology development of uncrewed marine vessels in a safe and carbon neutral manner is to be welcomed and embraced.”

JA N D E N U L ORDERS A S E AG O I N G UNMANNED S U RV E Y V E S S E L Belgium’s Jan De Nul Group has ordered Maritime Robotic’s well-proven and hybrid Mariner Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) as the first step towards unmanned and autonomous offshore survey operations. Named Beluga 01, this vessel will sail under the Luxembourg flag and be deployed for worldwide hydrographical and environmental surveys on marine and offshore construction projects. Jan De Nul is herewith the first dredging contractor to deploy an unmanned survey vehicle in marine and offshore conditions. The Beluga 01 is based on the innovative Maritime Robotics’ Mariner class USV, which for years has proven its mobility and seaworthiness for data acquisition under rough conditions. Maritime Robotics’ system convinced Jan De Nul of its well-engineered high-quality design, based on 10 years of experience. It is a user-friendly, cost-effective and low-risk platform for data acquisition at sea as an alternative or adjunct to larger manned vessels. By choosing unmanned surveys and by opting for the Mariner class USV, Jan De Nul fully commits to improved safety and operational control during its survey activities, reduced carbon emissions, and more efficient data acquisition. Mike Lycke, Survey Manager Offshore Projects at Jan De Nul Group said, “For several years, we have been studying different autonomous systems. Our primary focus has always been to build up our expertise on autonomy for maritime survey operations. The global circumstances in 2020 and a maturing USV market enabled us to take it to the next step and order a turnkey vessel for our marine and offshore projects. We found the perfect partner in Maritime Robotics, VOL 41 ISSUE 1 |

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a leading provider of innovative unmanned solutions for maritime operations and data acquisition.” Eirik Hovstein, COO of Maritime Robotics added, “We are very proud to have been selected as supplier for Jan De Nul Group. We stand for in-house developed systems, with sustainability and autonomy in mind, in close collaboration with civilian, governmental and military partners. We look forward to collaborating with Jan De Nul on the further development of the Beluga 01. Together, we will explore the future of unmanned solutions to ensure safer, greener and more costeffective data acquisitions at sea.” The Beluga 01 is equipped with a fully redundant hybrid propulsion system. The prime source of propulsion is a diesel engine that is mechanically coupled to the water jet. Alternatively, the vessel can be operated in full electrical mode. The additional electrical Torqeedo propulsion, installed parallel to the main propulsion, can manoeuvre the vessel in sensitive marine areas. There is also a range extender module to top up the batteries which will operate longer than 12 hours. This system has lower emissions than the main engine, which could also be used as 60

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an alternator for the batteries. The electrical propulsion acts as redundancy for the main engine in case of a failure, or vice versa. Jan De Nul is committed to cutting carbon emissions. Zero-emission propulsion on future vessels is part of the Group’s strategy. When designing vessels for instance, Jan De Nul takes into account the environmental impact and tackles environmental challenges by focusing on reducing the footprint of its activities, particularly on water and air quality and on the climate. The Beluga 01 is capable of operating in up to sea state five, although this usually precludes gathering any useful survey data. The vessel can survive in up to sea state seven. The Beluga 01 only needs 80 cm of water to operate in. Main Characteristic of the Beluga 01 (Marinerclass USV) • Fully redundant hybrid propulsion system • Autonomy up to 50 hours • Redundant communication setup with a range up to 30 kms • All navigation aids available (VHF, AIS, Radar) • Fitted with a special designed Launch and Recovery System • Fits in a container for easy transport PEM

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O F F S H O R E W I N D S H I P B R E A KS RECORDS FOR MIDDLESBROUGH in challenging weather and work to the deepest depths. Peter Watson, Prysmian’s installation manager said, “The vessel allows us to offer an ever wider and more versatile range of installation services and strengthen our leadership position in this highly competitive sector.” The state-of-the-art vessel’s first project was on the Viking Link project where she mobilised here at Port of Middlesbrough. The ship will be making regular visits to Northeast England as Prysmian operates its Northern European marine base from Port of Middlesbrough. Mr Watson said, “The Leonardo da Vinci will be a key enabler of a carbonneutral world by 2050. We are delivering

Prysmian Group’s Leonardo da Vinci makes a record-breaking visit to AV Dawson’s Port of Middlesbrough.

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A new offshore wind vessel broke records for the region’s offshore wind industry when it sailed into Middlesbrough. The 171-m ship, named Leonardo da Vinci, set a new record as the largest offshore wind vessel ever to pass under Middlesbrough’s famous Transporter Bridge when it completed its recent voyage to AV Dawson’s Port of Middlesbrough. Built this year, by Prysmian Group, the Leonardo da Vinci is actually a record breaker herself. The ship is the most advanced cable-laying vessel in the world. It has the highest cable carrying capacity in the market and a very large bollard pull to allow for ploughing in very challenging seabed conditions. It can also operate for extended periods

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most of the biggest projects in the world and the Leonardo da Vinci has a critical role to play in ensuring that our market share grows in the future.” Gary Dawson, AV Dawson’s managing director added, “It was an amazing sight to watch the Leonardo da Vinci coming into berth at Port of Middlesbrough. It’s all been very top secret, so we’ve not been allowed to talk about it until today, but now we really do want to tell the world as it just illustrates how Teesside and the River Tees is evolving to embrace and lead the way in exciting new industries such as offshore wind. “Our relationship with Prysmian began with them having just a container of equipment on our site. In the last ten years their Teesside based operation has grown at an incredible rate and

they now rent a number of large warehouses on site and use our port to manage all their Northern European marine operations. “It’s very much a partnership and we’ve made significant investment to support Prysmian’s expansion, from building bespoke warehouses with roof access for cable spooling operations to investing in the quayside. We’ve been planning for the Leonardo da Vinci’s arrival for the last two years. This has involved investing millions in dredging a deeper berth and dredging the channel to enable the vessel to reach the berth. This investment gives us deep-water berths with a depth of up to 9.5 m plus the tides, which enables us to not only support Prysmian with their largest vessels but also to support other new customers too, in offshore wind and other sectors.”

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Wärtsilä’s proven retraction system combined with an energy efficient 8o tilt are key factors in the thrusters’ enablement of effective and reliable station-keeping performance. The tilt delivers up to 23% higher effective thrust than non-tilted thrusters, while reducing the power requirement and fuel consumption. The retractable thrusters have a combined electric steering and retraction system which saves space and weight, and which has fewer components for greater reliability. “We are very familiar with the quality and efficiency of Wärtsilä’s thrusters. They can be trusted to ensure performance in all sea conditions, which is essential in a vessel of this type,” says Min Yun, The head of DSME Offshore Machinery Procurement Department. “In line with our commitment to environmental sustainability, our focus today is on highly efficient technologies capable of delivering excellent performance. We are assured that the Wärtsilä solutions meet this requirement,” says Emanuele A. Lauro, Eneti Chairman & CEO. “Safety and reliability are central needs for modern jack-up WTIVs, and our thruster package is optimised to deliver them. Furthermore, by ensuring efficient free sailing and outstanding dynamic positioning, regardless of the

Finland’s Wärtsilä will supply the seven thrusters required for a new Wind Turbine Installation Vessel (WTIV) being built at South Korea’s Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (DSME) for Eneti Inc. By providing outstanding thrust, robust station-keeping capability and efficient transit operation, the Wärtsilä thrusters will enable optimal propulsion performance for the vessel. There is an option for a second vessel. The next-generation vessel features a Gusto 16000X design and will have advanced lifting capabilities and high energy efficiency. Wärtsilä’s advanced lightweight thruster configuration meets the design parameters’ performance standards.

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An artist’s impression of Eneti’s wind turbine installation vessel with Wärtsilä thrusters

sea conditions, we are contributing to the decarbonisation of the maritime sector,” says Roger Holm, President Marine Power & EVP Wärtsilä Corporation. The scope includes six Wärtsilä WST-32 thrusters fitted with a modern electric steering system for a lower lifecycle cost, high reliability, and reduced energy consumption, and one Wärtsilä WTT-36 thruster. All seven comply with applicable environmental regulations with the use of Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants (EAL) and are scheduled for delivery to the yard during the first quarter of 2023. The vessel is expected to be delivered to the owner in the latter part of 2024.

VA R D W I N S N E W N O R T H S TA R C O N T R AC T F O R A N A D D I T I O N A L S OV Norway’s VARD has announced that it has secured a new contract for the design and construction of one Service Operation Vessels (SOV) for North Star Group in the UK. The vessel of VARD 4 12 design will be the fourth SOV to be delivered from VARD to North Star for operation on the Dogger Bank Wind Farm in the North Sea. North Star has secured a long-term charter contract to deliver an additional ship boasting its new hybrid-powered renewables fleet to support the third phase of the Dogger Bank Wind Farm. The vessel will be built and delivered by VARD, scheduled for delivery to North Star in the fourth quarter of 2024. Dogger Bank is currently under construction by joint-venture partners SSE Renewables, Equinor and Eni and when completed will be the world’s largest offshore wind farm. North Star CEO Matthew Gordon said, “Securing the final SOV contract required for the Dogger Bank Wind Farm development for at least the next decade is fantastic news. Together with VARD, we have designed a sustainable renewables fleet that elevates SOVs into a new era of comfort, safety, reliability, and

workability. The technology onboard includes low fuel consumption, digital decision support technology, advanced propulsion systems, hybrid power management and a waste heat recovery system. Coupled with the well-planned recreation and accommodation areas, they will provide a superior home-from-home living space for the offshore wind technicians working offshore. We look forward to a successful build with VARD and delivering these next generation vessels on schedule.” VARD’s CEO Alberto Maestrini added, “We would like to congratulate North Star for the fourth contract of the complete vessel package for Dogger Bank Wind Farm, and at the same time thank North Star for choosing VARD as partner to design and build their hybrid-powered renewables fleet. We are honoured of having all four SOVs in our portfolio, and it confirms that our investments in the renewable energy field are right both for our customers and for VARD. Together we continue our contribution to a sustainable future, actively working to get to zero emission.” Runar Vågnes, SVP Sales & Marketing in VARD,

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has been responsible for the commercial process for the North Star projects in VARD. He says, “The close and resourceful co-operation with the North Star team, involving the end users, shipowner, designer, suppliers, and the shipyard alike, has led to innovative SOV designs for the Dogger Bank Wind Farm we can all be proud of. This, and the trust and confidence developed during the project, has led to a welcome new building contract of a fourth vessel for the field.” The VARD 4 12 design is developed by Vard Design in Ålesund. The SOV for North Star has been developed to handle corrective maintenance services on the Dogger Bank C wind arrays, in the harsh North Sea environment more than 130 kms off the north-east coast of England. The vessel is tailored to meet the North Star’s expectations for optimal standards of workability, comfort, safety, and sustainability. In the development phase, it has been a high focus on the vessel’s environmental footprint and operability, to include a hybrid battery solution and prepare for carbon-neutral operations. Another key design element has been to ensure efficient logistics. The vessel will have a heightadjustable, motion-compensated gangway with elevator system, a height-adjustable boat transfer system, as well as a 3D-compensated crane for cargo transfer. The new SOV will be 78 m in length with a beam of 19 m and have an accommodation for 60 persons in single cabins. For optimal efficiency, the hybrid vessel will be equipped with a diesel-electric propulsion

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Service Operation Vessels (SOVs) for North Star

system, highly efficient main propellers, and tunnel thrusters with permanent magnet electric motors in combination with SeaQ solutions supplied by Vard Electro in Norway. The SOV will feature a fully integrated SeaQ Energy Storage System Solution in combination with SeaQ Integrated Automation System (IAS), SeaQ Power Management system (PMS), SeaQ Energy Management System (EMS), and SeaQ Green Pilot (energy monitoring system) for improved operational performance and reduced environmental footprint. The set-up makes it possible to reduce fuel consumption and emissions, in addition to enhance responsiveness and safety. The SOV is scheduled for delivery from VARD’s shipyard Vard Vung Tau in Vietnam in 2024.

DA N I S H C O N T R AC T FOR HUISMAN Rotterdam’s Huisman has announced the award of a contract from Denmark-based BMS Heavy Cranes for the delivery of a 3,000 tonne Ringer Crane, with an option for a second unit. The crane setup has been optimised for operations in the wind industry. With the capability to lift components of 1,200 tonnes at heights of up to 225 m, and heavy

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structures of 3,000 tonnes at reduced height, the crane will ready BMS for installation of the next generation of wind turbines on and offshore and on floating foundations. The crane is also well suited to operations in other industries. The fully electrically driven crane helps reduce emissions and improves operational accuracy and energy efficiency ensuring its suitability for use in the renewable energy industry. Huisman is known for delivering the world’s largest cranes, characterised by lightweight, robust designs and reliable support throughout the lifecycle. The company attributes its success to building long-term relationships with top tier clients - an approach that it says has enabled every step in its capability development. Delivery of the crane is scheduled for the second half of 2023.

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An important milestone has been reached in the construction of Les Alizés, a Next-Gen floating offshore installation vessel for offshore renewables and decommissioning. Jan De Nul launched its Offshore Installation Vessel at China’s CMHI Haimen shipyard. This vessel will be the largest Heavy Lift Vessel in Jan De Nul’s fleet, able to install XXL offshore wind components, in floating conditions and with ultra-low emissions. The launch started during early January by flooding the drydock in which Les Alizés was built. Once afloat, she was moored alongside the adjacent quay wall. The final phase of the vessel’s construction can now begin, including sea trials. Les Alizés is due for delivery during the second half of 2022 in good time for her first assignment in Germany for the construction of Gode Wind 3 and Borkum Riffgrund 3 Offshore Wind Farms, transporting and installing 107 monopile foundations for the offshore wind major Ørsted. Philippe Hutse, Director Offshore Division at Jan De Nul Group said, “The construction

An artist’s impression of the Huisman crane

of our offshore floating installation vessel Les Alizés is well on track. We can look forward to delivery later this year, so that we can continue to build the future of offshore renewable energy. Together with our Offshore Jack-Up Installation Vessel Voltaire, which is also under construction in China, we will have the perfect set of offshore installation vessels that will be able to install current and future generations of offshore wind farms. This is how we offer our customers the most efficient installation solutions and results.” Following her order at the end of 2019, the design of Les Alizés has been further finetuned. The vessel is taking shape thanks to the investments in innovative mission equipment, enabling Jan De Nul to offer solutions for the next generation offshore wind installation challenges while improving safety and efficiency: • A highly innovative crane with Universal Quick Connector (UQC)- this crane will be among the largest in its class. The crane will utilise a Universal Quick Connector (UQC), developed by Huisman, and leveraging the expertise of Jan De Nul’s operational and engineering teams. The result is a ground-breaking innovative UQC, that will deliver a major step change in safer offshore lifting activities. • An innovative motion-compensated pile gripper - the highly advanced electrical gripper, with an integrated guidance and survey system, will allow safe and efficient installation of next-

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generation monopiles with pin-point accuracy. • A fully automated monopile handling system - the tailor-made system consists of a set of cradles, a skidding system and an upending hinge to handle and install XXL monopiles. It is ideally suited to work in challenging weather conditions and high sea states. Jan Van De Velde, Head of Newbuilding Department at Jan De Nul Group added, “It is our continued philosophy to focus on operational efficiency and improving safety as the main objectives. The Universal Quick Connector, the innovative Motion-Compensated Pile Gripper and the fully automated Monopile Installation System perfectly fit into our strategy of having no manual deck intervention during installation. We stay one step ahead in offering the renewables industry a safe and efficient one-stop-shop installation solution.” In order to reduce the vessel’s CO2 emissions, the power plant on-board is a hybrid setup. The arrangement combines diesel-driven generators with battery and drive technology to optimise engine loading and to recover the potential energy returned from the heavy lift crane. To further reduce the carbon footprint of installation activities, the ultra-low emission vessel can run on second-generation biodiesel that reduces the fuel carbon footprint by up to 90%. Les Alizés is equipped with a crane having a lifting capacity

of 5,000 tons and equally impressive lifting heights.

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As an ultra-low emission vessel, Les Alizés is equipped with a highly advanced dual exhaust filter system, removing up to 99% of nanoparticles from emissions using a diesel particulate filter (DPF) and reducing the NOx emissions and other pollutants by means of a selective catalytic reduction system (SCR) to levels in accordance with EU Stage V regulation. Les Alizés and Voltaire will be the first two seaworthy installation vessels in the world with extremely low emissions.

U L S T E I N AWA R D E D OFFSHORE WIND SHIP DESIGN C O N T R AC T F O R SHANGHAI ELECTRIC AND ZPMC During late January 2022, the ZPMC shipyard and Ulstein Design & Solutions AS signed the ship design contract on two types of Service Operation Vessels (SOVs) for Shanghai Electric Windpower Group. These are the first purpose made SOVs designed for the Chinese Offshore Wind industry. Ulstein Design & Solutions and Shanghai Electric have joined forces to be the first movers into the Chinese offshore wind Operations & Maintenance (O&M) segment. As the first and most advanced SOVs in China, the design process was carried out based on Ulstein’s vast experience within offshore windfarm O&M practice. The first SOV project contains two different designs, both with the ULSTEIN iconic design features, the X-BOW and the X-STERN. Accommodated with 60 POB and 100 POB respectively, these designs are the future enablers to their owner, Shanghai Electric, providing high-efficient, robust, and state-ofthe-art O&M service to the end customers. Both designs will focus on optimising their operational

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An artist’s impression of the new Chinese SOV

capacity, capability and economy. With battery installed, the vessels will provide greener footprint when servicing the renewable energy segment. “The choice for Ulstein design has been based on their market leadership, proven track record and local presence. During the process of developing these concepts, Ulstein is dedicated with their professionalism and expertise. Close collaborations among Ulstein, the yard ZPMC and Shanghai Electric have set a strong foundation for the projects. Shanghai Electric is the leading provider of offshore wind turbines in China, and with these two world-class SOVs, we believe we can bring more values to our clients and provide a safer working environment to our colleagues at sea,” says Ma Chengbin, General Manager of Engineering Service Company at Shanghai Electric. With more than 50% market share, Shanghai Electric is the largest offshore wind turbine supplier in China and is also a large integrated equipment manufacturing enterprise. “We are proud to announce this important milestone together with Shanghai Electric and ZPMC. The co-operation with ZPMC shipyard goes back to 2012 when the ULSTEIN DLS 4200 heavy lift vessel design was constructed there, and currently, the JSD 6000 project, another Ulstein heavy lift vessel design, is in good progress at this yard. We are looking forward to the co-operation with ZPMC and Shanghai Electric. It’s grateful to be part of this breakthrough project. Together, we are committed to transform innovation into safer, greener and more sustainable operations,” comments

managing director Runar Muren at Ulstein Design & Solutions AS. The usage of SOVs will significantly improve the efficiency of service operations at offshore wind farms in China, including the stages of construction support and O&M. The two designs will be reliable and environmentally friendly platforms and comfortable workplaces at sea. Much consideration has been taken in order to provide technicians a safe and stepless access from the vessel to the wind turbines and ensure sufficient storage and well-organised logistics onboard the vessels. “We are honoured to be selected by Shanghai Electric and ZPMC to design the first SOVs in China. These will be a part of a new standard for future O&M operations in China. We have been working very closely with the clients and our colleagues in Norway and will continue to further develop the Chinese offshore wind industry,” says Johannes Røren, managing director at Ulstein Marine Services. “This contract marks Ulstein’s entry into the Chinese offshore wind market, after the first dedicated offshore wind support vessel (Siem Moxie, now - Seaway Moxie) made her entry into the European market in 2014. Ulstein has, in the years thereafter, designed and built several other O&M vessels for the European offshore wind market. Ulstein has also developed Jones Act compliant O&M vessel designs for the US market. The entry into the Chinese and US market, as well as Ulstein’s position in the European market is not only a milestone for each market separately, but holistically a recognition of Ulstein’s capability in the offshore wind segment,” ends Runar Muren. VOL 41 ISSUE 1 |

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E D DA W I N D ORDERS THREE A D D I T I O N A L C S OV S Norway’s Edda Wind has ordered three Commissioning Service Operation Vessels (CSOV) in addition to the six vessels the company has under construction. The vessels are specially designed for service operations during the commissioning and operation of offshore wind farms. The three vessels will be prepared for instalment of zero-emission technology in the same way as the first six vessels, based on funding from Enova. Edda Wind has a strong track record and has been operating in the offshore wind segment since 2015. Including the three latest newbuildings, the company will have a fleet of eleven purpose-built vessels, of which six are contracted on mid- to long term contracts with key clients like Ørsted, Vestas, Ocean Breeze, SSE and SiemensGamesa. Of the latest newbuilds, one vessel will be built at Astilleros Gondan, Spain and two vessels to be built in Sri Lanka. In addition, the company has options with the yards to build more vessels. “Ordering another three purpose-built CSOVs will further strengthen Edda Wind’s leading position within offshore wind. By building a series of vessels like The new Edda Wind vessels

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this, and with the experience and knowledge we have from the vessels currently under construction, we are able to acquire these vessels at competitive prices. Tremendous growth is expected in the offshore wind market over the next decades, and the move is a clear signal on Edda Wind’s ambition to be a world-leading provider in this segment,” says Kenneth Walland, CEO of Edda Wind. One newbuild will be built at Gondan with Salt 0217 design and a planned delivery in July 2024. The vessel will be sistership of the four vessels already under construction at Gondan. “The vessel will be number 18 ordered by companies with relation to the Østensjø Group, including seven Edda Wind vessels. With this track record, it is needless to say that we consider Gondan to be an excellent ship builder. We know their capabilities very well, and the yard has proven to deliver the quality we require and are very happy to enter into a new contract with them,” says Kenneth Walland. The two newbuilds in Sri Lanka will be of Salt 0425 design, which is a further development of the Salt 0217 design. The first vessel will be delivered January 2024 and the second vessel July 2024. Edda Wind will also utilise the services and experience of Østensjø Rederi as project manager, including on-site building supervision. The 89.3 m long vessels will function as mother ships for wind turbine technicians as they perform commissioning and maintenance work on the wind turbines. Comfortable cabins and high standard common areas can accommodate up to 97 technicians and 23 marine crew onboard. Antiheeling and roll reduction systems

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will provide good working conditions on-board. The motion compensated gangway system with an adjustable pedestal will ensure safe and optimal connections to the turbines, even in harsh weather conditions. The design is optimised for an efficient logistical operation for the turbine technicians. Norwegian suppliers will deliver a major part of the vessel’s main systems, amounting to about 30 % of the total deliveries at Gondan and about 40 % of the total deliveries at Colombo. The vessels will be delivered under the Norwegian flag. “The main design objective has been to build the most environmentally friendly vessels without compromising operational capabilities. The vessel design will reduce emission of greenhouse gases significantly. Edda Wind continues the collaboration with Hydrogenious LOHC Maritime AS and prepares the vessels for future zeroemission technology. The technology, which is based on funding from Enova, is based on Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carrier (LOHC), which will ensure safe and efficient use of hydrogen as an energy source,” says Kenneth Walland.

A B B W I N S S YS T E M S ORDER FOR ENETI’S N E X T - G E N E R AT I O N W TIVS The two US$330m wind turbine installation vessels (WTIV) will be delivered to Monaco-based offshore wind construction player Eneti Inc. from South Korea’s Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (DSME) during the third quarter of 2024 – the second quarter of 2025 featuring advanced power, automation and control systems, real-time performance analytics and electric propulsion from ABB. The future-proof newbuild vessels will be capable of installing the next generation of turbines offshore at depths of up to 65 m and will be able to get upgraded for operation with zero

carbon fuels. The vessels will feature a battery installation from ABB for enhanced sustainability of operations, including also energy recovery from vessel operation. With rising demand for wind power, there is an increased need for WTIVs that can serve this growing segment efficiently and sustainably. In 2020, offshore wind generation grew by almost 30%, with capacity additions of 6 GW. In its ‘Net Zero by 2050’ roadmap, the International Energy Agency forecasts 310 GW in wind energy sources, of which 80 GW offshore, would need to be added to the global energy mix each year for the world to achieve carbon neutrality by midcentury. “We are delighted to collaborate with ABB on our new flagship WTIVs. ABB’s proven track record and experience in providing technology solutions for the marine industry and, in particular, the sustainable offshore wind vessel segment was the decisive factor in this project,” said Francesco Bellusci, Managing Director, Eneti Inc. “This contract further confirms that our solutions meet the needs of a very demanding market and are recognised for their operational and environmental performance,” said Rune Braastad, Business Line Manager, Marine Systems, ABB Marine & Ports. “The Eneti ‘seal of approval’ acknowledges their preference for our sustainable hybrid propulsion technology and extensive experience with dynamically positioned (DP) vessels, and WTIVs in particular. We look forward to supporting Eneti through the project phase of these state-of-the-art vessels and in the next phase of its offshore wind market journey.” The new vessels’ capabilities will rely on ABB’s integrated automation, power and electric propulsion systems, including closed-ring and closed-bus solutions. The closed bustie DP2 system’s enhanced fault resistance ensures precise positioning as well as safe and predictable performance during operation. Closed-bus solutions are less sensitive to network disturbances and reduce risks of power and propulsion loss. They also achieve better running engine utilisation to improve efficiency and support advanced remote diagnostics. ABB will also integrate an energy storage VOL 41 ISSUE 1 |

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system, which will reduce fuel consumption, wear and tear, and engine running hours. Battery power enhances the WTIVs’ operational flexibility by providing ‘spinning reserve’ backup power, ‘peak shaving’ for short-term load variation, recovery of regenerative energy, and enhanced dynamic performance supporting instant power demands. The newbuild WTIVs will benefit from increased profitability due to higher availability enabled by ABB’s digital solutions. ABB Ability™ Marine Remote Diagnostic System reduces the need for on-site service and improves system performance, while ABB Ability Octopus – Marine Advisory System provides motion and response forecasting, helping the vessels to optimise its operational window.

KO N G S B E R G D I G I TA L W I N S REM OFFSHORE C O N T R AC T Norway’s Kongsberg Digital has announced that it has entered a contract with Rem Offshore, for the roll-out of Vessel Insight on their three new offshore wind vessels which are under construction. The first vessel will be completed at Green Yard Kleven in November, while the 70

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other two are under construction at Vard, with completion in 2023 and 2024, respectively. By installing the infrastructure service Vessel Insight, Rem Offshore will collect data from the vessels and enable use of applications to optimise operations. An important part of the delivery is two applications from Kongsberg Maritime. Vessel Performance supports fuel consumption and emissions reduction, as well as automate reporting processes and eFSOG an advanced decision support tools (DSS). Kongsberg Digital is in the process of installing Vessel Insight on the first vessel, REM Energy, with this equipment, and the process will be finalised before the vessel leaves quay on November 29th. “We are very happy to have entered into this contract with Rem Offshore. By installing Vessel Insight on newbuilds before they leave dock for the first time, the shipping companies will benefit by being able to use the data gathered to optimise their operations faster than what has been the norm up until now,” said Andreas Jagtøyen, Executive Vice President for Digital Ocean in Kongsberg Digital. “The Contract with Kongsberg Digital for our renewables fleet for data collection, vessel performance and decision support gives us advantages for optimising our operation & reduce emissions. Particularly the eFSOG/ Decision support system will make a big step for us as a ship owner within the renewables sector for supporting our clients,” says Ronny Pål Kvalsvik, Commercial & Technical Manager in Rem Offshore. PEM The first of the REM Offshore new vessels

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LS Cable & System and Jan De Nul Group has announced the completion of the first section of submarine power cables for TenneT’s offshore projects Hollandse Kust (noord) and (west Alpha) in the Netherlands. Jan De Nul’s cable laying vessel Isaac Newton will load the 220 kV AC cables from LS Cable’s factory in Donghae, South Korea, and transport them to the project for installation in April 2022. This first lot comprises the complete cables for Hollandse Kust (noord) (HKn) and the nearshore section for the Hollandse Kust (west Alpha) (HKwA). In total, this is more than 90 kms of cables, weighing 7,160 tonnes and having very large cross sections resulting in an overall cable diameter of more than 25 cm. Jan De Nul Group and LS Cable & System are jointly responsible for the design, supply, installation, protection and testing of the 210 kms of submarine power cables for HKn and HKwA of TenneT. Delivery of the HKn project is foreseen by the end of 2022. The HKwA project is planned to be finished by the end of 2023. Both windfarms have an installed capacity of 700 MW. This means they will generate together the amount of energy that is used yearly by approximately 1.4m Dutch households.

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Jeroen Devos, Project Manager at Jan De Nul Group said, “The successful delivery of the first 90 kms of cables is the first major milestone for our project. We look forward to installing these cables in the second quarter of 2022 by means of our custom-built tracked vertical injector Moonfish and our offshore installation vessels Isaac Newton and Adhémar de Saint-Venant.” Myung Sun Kim, Project Manager at LS Cable & System added, “We are delighted to announce that we successfully manufactured and tested the first 90 kms of submarine cable for the Hollandse Kust (noord) and (west Alpha) wind farms. The manufacturing and testing are well ahead for the planned load-out onto Jan De Nul’s vessel Isaac Newton in the course of the first quarter of 2022. We are confident and looking forward to proceeding with this first load-out together with the Jan De Nul team.” The cable laying vessel Isaac Newton will install the cables on the seabed. In the nearshore area, the in-house developed tracked vertical injector Moonfish will bury the cables up to 8 m below the seabed level. The burial offshore is taken care of by the trencher UTV1200, supported by the multipurpose vessel Adhémar de SaintVenant. Jan De Nul will also install multiple cable protection systems and rock berms at the cable crossings along the route. Jan De Nul’s scope includes the

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transport and installation of the submarine power cables. LS Cable is responsible for the design, manufacturing, termination and testing of the submarine power cables, as well as for the 10.5 kms of land cables and approximately 1 kms of platform cables. The land and platform cables were already successfully manufactured and transported to the project site earlier in 2021.

DEME OFFSHORE’S PROGRESS ON THE SAINT-NAZAIRE OFFSHORE W I N D FA R M DEME Offshore, member of DEME Group has announced that it has reached its halfway mark installation milestone with the foundation installation of the Saint-Nazaire offshore wind farm in France. Today’s announcement follows DEME’s August announcement regarding the on-time delivery of the St Nazaire offshore substation. “This achievement is a testament to the commitment of our entire team and solidifies our reputation as the number one wind farm contractor in the world. Not only are we the first to install a wind farm in rock with industry-first technology, the Saint-Nazaire project is also being carried out in harsh Atlantic conditions. Together with our client Parc éolien en mer de Saint-Nazaire and our partner Eiffage Métal, we will continue our excellent co-operation for the remaining foundations,” says Bart De Poorter, General Manager DEME Offshore Renewables. Having started construction in spring 2021, 40 out of a total of 80 XL foundations are now installed in record times. The successful deployment of DEME’s industry-first technology is setting a new industry standard for efficient Offshore Wind installation projects in challenging

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marine conditions and solid rock. For the installation of the Saint-Nazaire Offshore Wind Farm, DEME Offshore for the first time is deploying its 350-tonne Offshore Foundation Drill (OFD) and tailor-made ‘MODIGA’, another DEME innovation and industryfirst technology which allows encapsulating the drilling and installation operations and shields them from the adverse Atlantic marine conditions. Whereas the OFD was developed with Herrenknecht, a global leader in tunnel boring machines, the design and development of the MODIGA happened together with TMS, a leading offshore equipment manufacturer. The complete technological solution is being deployed from DEME Offshore’s installation vessel Innovation.

HHI RECEIVES AN A I P F O R H I - F LOAT F O U N DAT I O N France’s Bureau Veritas (BV) has delivered an Approval in Principle (AiP) to South Korea’s Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) for its design

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and development of ‘Hi-Float’, a floating offshore wind turbine foundation. Based on HHI’s vast experience with offshore projects, the offshore floating wind substructure Hi-Float is designed to support a 10 MW wind turbine with proven semi-submersible and mooring technology. A passive ballast system ensures that risk is kept to a minimum during offshore operations. The good performance of Hi-Float in offshore environment was verified through numerical analysis and wave basin model testing. Seon Mook LIM, Executive Vice President of HHI, said, “Obtaining the AiP for these innovative floating offshore wind turbine foundations is a meaningful technological milestone that will enable our solutions to contribute to the global decarbonisation effort. In addition, Hi-Float provides higher productivity considering the construction yard infrastructure and efficiency of marine operations. These projects are part of our continuous endeavours and commitment to a sustainable future that is aligned with HHI Group’s ESG vision, ‘Beyond Blue Forward to Green’. We also promise that HHI Group will encourage new value creation to lead the market, responding to customers’ desire for the achievement of net zero emissions.” Alex GREGG-SMITH, Executive Vice President for BV Marine & Offshore, commented, “BV is proud of the successful completion of this AiP with HHI

for the design of its Hi-Float floating offshore wind turbine foundation. This announcement demonstrates the importance of this technology, which will enable the development of future clean energy with zero carbon emissions, while managing risks of floating offshore wind farm development with efficient and safe operation of large-scale wind turbines. We are also confident that our co-operation on technology development will lead to further successes to both HHI and BV within the developing renewable energy and floating offshore wind technology sectors, which will play a major role in the fight against climate change.” There has been an increase in the number of floating wind projects emerging worldwide. Market projections show that, as new regional markets emerge, offshore wind growth will continue apace, and it is also going to diversify. While to date the majority of offshore wind installations are bottom-fixed, in the coming decades the industry will witness an increase in floating wind capacity. While many technologies are still under development, floating wind has the potential to complement bottomfixed technologies by enabling feasibility and competitiveness in deep water zones. Currently, however, the share of floating installations in the offshore wind market remains limited. In 2019, out of Europe’s total offshore wind capacity of 22 GW, the largest regional capacity worldwide, floating wind still only represented 0.2% (45 MW) compared to bottom-fixed installations. Since 2016, Asia has represented an increasing share of the offshore wind market. While wind turbine technologies The HHI wind turbine foundation

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have now had time to mature, the floating foundations that provide the base for floating offshore wind turbines are still going through stages of development. Coupling wind turbines ‘aerodynamic loads with floaters’ hydrodynamic ocean loads also represents a complex challenge. To address this, it is not only necessary to apply lessons learned from the offshore wind and oil and gas sectors, but also to work with partners who can provide a holistic view of a floating offshore wind technology and project.

JA N D E N U L H A S B E E N AWA R D E D V E S T E R H AV N O R D & S Y D C O N T R AC T For the offshore wind farm Vesterhav Nord & Syd in Denmark, Jan De Nul Group will transport and install a total of 41 wind turbines of 8.4 MW each on behalf of Vattenfall Denmark. Altogether,

these turbines will produce enough green electricity for the annual needs of approximately 380,000 Danish households. Jan De Nul’s jack-up installation vessel Vole au vent will be mobilised for this installation project. The contract between Jan De Nul and Vattenfall includes the design, engineering, manufacturing, procurement and delivery of the Sea-Fastening. Jan De Nul will also be responsible for the engineering of the RAMS for the marine operations related to the wind turbine installation, as well as the transport and installation of the 41 Siemens Gamesa wind turbines with the jack-up installation vessel Vole au Vent. Both offshore wind farms are located in the Eastern part of the Danish North Sea. The Vesterhav Nord Offshore Wind Farm is based west of the coast of Vejlbi, and the Vesterhav Syd Offshore Wind Farm is located close to the Sondervig coast. The two offshore wind farms are expected to be fully operational by the end of 2023. Jan Van Impe, Area Manager Offshore Renewables Jan De Nul Group said, “We are very pleased and honoured with this contract award Jan de Nul’s Vole au Vent

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as it confirms once more that Jan De Nul is a trustworthy and experienced partner in offshore wind. After the successful installation of 72 wind turbines for the 604 MW Kriegers Flak wind farm – the largest in Denmark – we are very pleased with the opportunity to build further on our experience together with Vattenfall.” Bart Willems, Head of Commercial Offshore Wind of Jan De Nul Group added, “We are proud to contribute to the energy transition in Europe, more specifically with this ambitious project in Denmark. After the successful commissioning of other Danish wind farms this is another milestone for the production of green electricity for the Danish households. Jan De Nul has the equipment, the experience and the commitment to complete this project successfully.”

E N OVA AC Q U I R E S T WO W I N D FA R M S F R O M DA N I S H E N E R GY SUPPLIER EWII Germany’s ENOVA has bought two wind farms with a total capacity of 26 MW from Denmark’s EWII. In Görlitz, Saxony, the 18-MW Ludwigsdorf wind farm comprises 10 Enercon E-66 turbines dating from 2004. At the 8-MW Meschede wind farm, four Vestas V-90 turbines have been producing environmentally friendly electricity in the Hochsauerland district of North RhineWestphalia since 2005. ENOVA intends to replace the 14 old turbines with six more powerful turbines. The repowering is expected to increase the total output from 26 to approximately 40 MW. The project developer and the energy supplier successfully closed the transaction on December 9th after brief negotiations. Thanks to the acquisition of the two wind farms, ENOVA looks back on a successful business year in project

development and investment management with a total of six acquired wind farms and one repowering permit. “With the purchase of the two wind farms and their repowering, we are further advancing the German energy transition. We are pleased that we were able to complete the transaction so smoothly and within the shortest possible time,” says ENOVA Managing Director Hauke Brümmer. “The EWII Group is also committed to promoting the green transition of the energy sector in the future. We are convinced that we can provide the most sustainable impact in Denmark in direct proximity to our customer base. We are therefore happy to hand over two of our German windparks to a buyer we know is equally dedicated to supporting carbon-neutral power production. We wish ENOVA all the best with the new acquisition,” adds Oliver Wolgast, Executive Vice President, Renewables, Trading and Consulting at EWII Group.

DEME OFFSHORE SECURES SIZABLE I N T E R - A R R AY C A B L E C O N T R AC T F O R DOGGER BANK DEME Offshore, subsidiary of the DEME Group, announced it has been awarded a sizable (1) EPCI contract for the inter-array cables at the Dogger Bank C wind farm in the UK. Dogger Bank C is the third phase of the 3.6 GW Dogger Bank Wind Farm which currently is the world’s largest offshore wind farm under development. Today’s announcement follows the earlier awarding of Dogger bank A and B inter-array cable contract in early 2021. The scope of this new EPCI agreement includes the engineering, procurement, construction and installation of the subsea cables for the 1.2 GW phase of the wind farm. DEME Offshore will

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supply, install and protect approximately 250 kms of 66 kV inter-array cables and all related accessories. Dogger Bank Wind Farm is located more than 130 kms off the Northeast coast of England and is currently being delivered by joint venture partners SSE Renewables, Equinor and Eni. The wind farm is being developed in three 1.2 GW phases, A, B and C. Upon completion, Dogger Bank will be the world’s largest offshore wind farm and will generate energy to power up to 6m homes every year. Production of the cable for Dogger Bank C is set to start in 2023. The cables will be installed in 2025 and DEME will once again be deploying its DP3 cable installation vessel Living Stone. She boasts an inhouse designed dual-lane system, consisting of two cable highways – this allows cable laying using one lane whilst the next cable can be simultaneously prepared and have the cable protection system (CPS) installed on the other lane. As previously demonstrated, this significantly reduces the time needed for preparing the cables, minimises manual handling, increases the vessel’s workability and ultimately, improves production rates. Bart De Poorter, General Manager of DEME Offshore commented, “After securing the Dogger Bank A and B inter-array cable contract earlier this year, we are proud to now also confirm the inter-array cable contract for the Dogger Bank C wind farm. This contract not only demonstrates the unrivalled cable-laying capabilities by our DEME Offshore team, but it is also further testament to the stellar reputation of our DP3 cable installation vessel Living Stone.” Simon Bailey, Commercial Director for Dogger Bank Wind Farm added, “We are delighted to award the contract for the supply, installation and protection of the inter-array cables at Dogger Bank C wind farm to DEME Offshore, extending our existing relationship with DEME on phases A and B to the third phase of this project. This will ensure continued synergies across the construction activities of the offshore wind farm, including the deployment of DEME’s state-of-the-art cable installation vessel Living Stone which will install the almost 250 kms of 66 kV inter-array cables required to connect Dogger

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Bank C’s offshore turbines.” Dogger Bank A and B is a joint venture between SSE Renewables (40%), Equinor (40%) and Eni (20%). On November 2nd 2021 SSE and Equinor announced the sell down of a combined 20% share in Dogger Bank C to Eni (10% each). The transaction is expected to close in Q1 2022, subject to regulatory and lenders approvals and customary purchase price adjustments. Eni will enter the asset effective from completion of the sell down transaction. Once the transaction is complete, the new overall shareholding in Dogger Bank C will be SSE Renewables (40%), Equinor (40%) and Eni (20%).

LU X C A R A AC Q U I R E S D U TC H O F F S H O R E W I N D FA R M S TA K E F R O M VA N O O R D Luxcara and Van Oord have completed the sale and transfer of Van Oord’s 10% participation in Blauwwind to Luxcara at the end of December 2021. In 2016, the Blauwwind consortium was awarded the concession to design, construct, operate and maintain one of the world’s largest offshore wind farms located at the Borssele III

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and Borssele IV sites. The project is comprised of 77 - 9.5 MW turbines, with a total installed capacity of 731.5 MW, enough to power some 825,000 households. Van Oord was responsible for the balance of plant works, consisting of the design, engineering, procurement, construction and installation of the foundations and inter-array cables. Construction started in the second half of 2019 and Van Oord successfully completed installation of the 77 foundations in only six months despite the COVID-19 pandemic. Turbine installation was completed in November 2020. As the wind farm is now fully operational, Van Oord chose to divest to recycle capital for future projects. Van Oord and Luxcara engaged in an accelerated transaction process, with thorough due diligence and negotiations closed within only two months. The investment gives Luxcara’s investors access to a cash-yielding offshore wind farm that expands the asset manager’s portfolio in

line with its growing international institutional investor base. Luxcara’s deal capabilities and experience in the sector were critical to secure the stake in the high-quality project in the sought-after offshore wind asset class. Alexandra von Bernstorff, Managing Partner of Luxcara said, “We are delighted to add the stake in this landmark offshore wind project to our growing portfolio of renewables projects. The deal once again demonstrates our ability to act fast and close transactions with accelerated timelines.” Arnoud Kuis, Managing Director of Offshore Wind at Van Oord added, “We are proud to have been part of this consortium and to have been the selected construction partner. Realising the balance of plant works is an important step in the transition to renewable energy. We are impressed by the speed and professionalism of the Luxcara team and are confident that the asset manager makes a great partner for the Blauwwind consortium.”

BW I D E O L S E C U R E S C LO S E TO 1 G W O F O F F S H O R E F LOAT I N G W I N D AC R E AG E I N S C OT W I N D Norway’s BW Offshore has announced that its subsidiary BW Ideol AS, as part of the Floating Energy Allyance, has secured the rights to a significant floating offshore wind farm with the approximate capacity of 1 GW off the northeast coast of Scotland through the Crown Estate Scotland’s ScotWind leasing round. BW Offshore owns 53.2% of the shares outstanding in BW Ideol. The ‘option agreement’ is for the area designated NE8 in the Scottish Government’s Sectoral Marine Plan for Offshore Wind, which is located some 75 kms to the northeast of Fraserburgh on the Aberdeenshire coast. The Allyance is a development partnership

between BW Ideol, BayWa r.e., a global renewable energy business with offices in Glasgow and Edinburgh, and Elicio, an experienced Belgian offshore wind developer, owner and operator. “The award is a validation of BW Ideol’s market-leading proven floating wind technology and the company’s plan for high local valuecreation through strategically located serial manufacturing of concrete foundations as underlined by the exclusive development of the Ardersier Port,” said Marco Beenen, the CEO of BW Offshore and chairman of the board of BW Ideol. “We extend our congratulations to the entire BW Ideol team and the Floating Energy Allyance. BW Offshore, with our 40 years of experience from

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offshore development and operations, stands ready to support BW Ideol and the consortium in delivering this substantial project.”

THISTLE WIND PA R T N E R S ( T W P ) AWA R D E D 2 G W I N S C OT W I N D OFFSHORE WIND LEASING Crown Estate Scotland has announced that Thistle Wind Partners (TWP), a consortium of DEME Concessions (Wind) NV (42,5%), Qair Marine SAS (42,5%), and Aspiravi International NV (15%), had been awarded 2 GW worth of option areas in Scotland’s highly competitive ScotWind seabed leasing process. The consortium’s successful projects are: • Cluaran Deas Ear - a 1 GW fixed foundation project in the 187 kms2 E3 plan option area • Cluaran Ear-Thuath - a 1 GW floating foundation project in the 201 kms2 NE2 plan option area which is envisaged to be developed in two phases To ensure a robust project delivery, TWP conducted an extensive assessment of the environmental and technical aspects of the ScotWind project sites. Focused technology optioneering, evaluation of grid capacity development, and a comprehensive risk mitigation plan were undertaken to secure fast tracked and de-risked developments at a pace that shall accelerate even more now that the projects have been selected. TWP will bring together its partners’ solid and complementary offshore wind development backgrounds characterised by fast-track delivery, stakeholder involvement, supply chain engagement, innovation in promising technologies, cost control and containment. 78

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For TWP local content is a key focus - the consortium intends to work hand in hand with the Scottish government as well as with local communities and businesses to help develop related supply chain and expertise. In the coming months, TWP will be actively engaging with government authorities, fellow developers, communities, and businesses, to fully understand local capabilities and define ways to work together, with a particular focus on breaking down barriers to new entrants to the job market, creating new skilled and energy transition jobs, and ensuring through investment that Scottish ports are ready and in the best position to seize an offshore wind pipeline of opportunities. “We are delighted to have secured two projects in such a competitive leasing round. Following extensive efforts over the last two years to submit successful ScotWind leasing bids, we will continue with this focused effort to deliver our projects as promptly and cost effectively as possible whilst actively engaging with the local stakeholders and the supply chain. DEME considers these projects as a platform to increase our strong position in Scotland and the wider UK building further on the recent successful implementation of the 950 MW Moray East Project by DEME Offshore,” said Kristof Van Loon, General Manager of DEME Concessions. “This award is a great success for Thistle Wind Partners. Our teams will be fully dedicated to deliver, with the help of local stakeholders, two state of the art innovative projects, thus participating actively to help Scotland reach its ambition to achieve carbon neutrality by 2045. Our involvement in such large offshore projects is a perfect reflection of Qair Group’s strategy to become a local independent energy leader,” said Louis Blanchard, President of Qair. ” We are delighted that we can develop with TWP two offshore wind farms. The Aspiravi Group is already involved with several Belgian offshore wind farms, so the project with TWP is a nice extension of our activities and will also expand our knowledge and experience. We are convinced that the development of these projects will be successful for all parties involved,” said Rik Vandewalle, Managing Director of Aspiravi Holding.

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C E R T I F I C AT I O N OF EREBUS France’s Bureau Veritas (BV) has been selected to undertake the project certification of Erebus, the first offshore windfarm in the Celtic Sea, in Wales (UK) and one of the largest floating offshore wind projects in the world. Located some 44 kms from the Pembrokeshire coastline in up to 75 m water depth, the Erebus project aims to be fully operational by 2026 and will deliver up to 100 MW of clean energy, powering 93,000 homes/ year. The Erebus project is the result of TotalEnergies teaming up with Simply Blue Group in a Joint Venture named Blue Gem Wind. Principle Power Inc. will design the floating platforms, based on the latest generation of its Windfloat technology. This floater concept received an AiP from BV in 2016. The ballasted, semi-submersible platform supports latest generation multi-megawatt wind turbine generators. The three-column platform is moored with a five-line catenary mooring system and is equipped with a closed-loop ballast system to compensate for changes in mean wind velocity and direction. BV will be providing independent verification and project certification in line with regulatory requirements. The scope of the evaluation includes all the design phases - site condition assessment, design basis evaluation, integrated load analysis and detailed design evaluation for all the components of the floating wind turbines, including the inter-array cables. To support the design documentation review, BV will also provide independent analysis leveraging its integrated modelling tool Opera – which

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accounts for all components of a floating asset or wind turbine, covering everything from mooring systems to blades. Opera addresses the complex physics of aero-hydro couplings and multibody interactions and manages seakeeping and station-keeping for floating structures. BV’s certification scope is planned to include all post-design phases from manufacturing to operations, including Transportation & Installation (T&I) and commissioning. For this purpose, Blue Gem Wind can rely on BV’s worldwide network of surveyors, present in 140 countries, to provide local support to fabrication and operations activities, wherever they are required. Paul Shrieve, Vice President Global Services at BV Marine & Offshore, commented, “We are honoured to be part of this new venture in the Celtic Sea, which is essential in meeting the UK 2050 Net-Zero target to mitigate global warming. Supporting new low carbon supply chain opportunities and creating long-term value for the region is at the core of our mission at Bureau Veritas. It is good to see we continue to grow our local engineering and certification capability here in the UK. I am also proud to see our continued leadership in mitigating risks in Marine Renewable Energy, through our expertise and tools such as Opera, giving our clients the peace of mind they need when de-risking these complex projects. We enable innovative projects to evolve rapidly towards go-to-market solutions, which is very rewarding.” Igor Maere, Hull & Mooring Manager at Blue Gem Wind, added, “Achieving independent verification and certification is an essential part of developing Erebus and we are delighted to be working with BV on this important work scope.” PEM VOL 41 ISSUE 1 |

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A B P W E LC O M E S MARK PEARSON TO U K DREDGING UK’s Associated British Ports (ABP) has announced that Mark Pearson has been appointed to the role of General Manager for UK Dredging (UKD), which operates the largest British-owned dredging fleet and specialises in the provision of reliable and cost-effective port maintenance dredging services. Mark brings valuable experience and knowledge that he has gained in leadership roles in both shipmanagement and shiprepair to manage UK Dredging. These senior roles include - V-Ships, Maersk Line and OSG Ship Management. As well as being a former seagoing engineer, Mark holds an MBA from Cardiff Metropolitan University. Mark was recently the Operations Director at Albwardy Damen, a shipyard based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), which he will be leaving towards the end of January before returning to Wales.

IHC HY TECH UNDER NEW OW N E R S H I P Holland’s Royal IHC has announced that during late-December it sold IHC Hytech B.V. to a number of private investors who have established Pommec Hytech Holding B.V. Buyers plan to merge the operations of Hytech with those of

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Pommec B.V. Hytech specialises in the design and manufacturing of high quality, professional diving and hyperbaric equipment. Hytech designs, produces and delivers innovative, sustainable and integrated equipment for the diving, governmental, tunnelling, life support and medical markets. Other than the medical market, Pommec is currently active in all markets that Hytech operates in. Pommec is currently located in Bergen op Zoom. Buyers plan to locate combined operations of Hytech and Pommec at Hytech’s location in Raamsdonksveer. IHC Hytech is a highly specialist company in the area of hyperbaric equipment. It is a highly reputable player for both new build as well as service. The company was originally acquired by Royal IHC because Royal IHC intended to build Dive Support Vessels. The changed market situation in the offshore market meant that this never materialised. Fortunately, the governmental market held up. On top, Hytech diversified its product offering into amongst others the market for medical hyperbaric chambers and the market for tunnelling equipment. The company is successful in these markets. Through the planned merger with

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competitor Pommec, a leading ‘go to’ market player for hyperbaric equipment will be shaped. Gerben Eggink, CEO of Royal IHC, stated, “We have always been proud to have such high-end technology in our product portfolio. Last year, during the reorganisation of Royal IHC, Hytech was labelled as non-core for Royal IHC. I am happy that we found a good strategic home for Hytech. The sale of Hytech successfully concludes the divestment of our non-core businesses.” Marcel Beckers, Owner Solyse Invest and representing Pommec Hytech Holding, added, “The Pomme family and I are very proud that the merger of Pommec B.V. and IHC Hytech B.V., two companies with a joint existence of 75 years, results into a powerful enterprise with a top-3 position worldwide. Pommec Hytech is an innovative frontrunner in the supply of high-end systems and services in specialised markets all

over the world. A company that ‘BV Nederland’ can be proud of as well.” Anchored in rich Dutch maritime history, Royal IHC sets out to expand its position as a leading supplier of maritime technology and expert craftsmanship. With the right people with the right skill set on-board, and driven by innovation, we provide a clear competitive edge to our worldwide customers in the dredging, offshore, mining and defence industries. More than equipment, vessels and services, we deliver reliable, integrated solutions that improve operational efficiency and allow for a more sustainable performance. As we navigate new waters in an ever-changing world, our aim remains finding the smartest and safest way forward for both our customers and our people. Working together, we are creating the maritime future.

S 5 AG E N C Y WO R L D E X PA N D S S T R AT E G I C A L LY Following the acquisition of the agency activities of the Royal Burger Group and Jardine, First Dutch has now acquired the S5 Agency World (S5) shares of Marmedsa Noatum Maritime and Kanoo Shipping, becoming the sole shareholder of S5 and enabling it to continue its strategic expansion in the global shipping industry. Based on a rich history, S5 has always challenged the status quo in the shipping industry when it was founded back in 2004 and is continuing that today. Since its founding, S5 has grown steadily into an organisation operating from a global network of offices that covers all major ports around the world. Commenting on the acquisition, Marinus ter Laak, CEO of S5 said, “This is an important step in our growth strategy. This acquisition will enable us to accelerate our ambition to become the

Marinus ter Laak, CEO, S5 Agency World

world’s leading Port Services Company. “Supported by strong operational partners with a prominent status in the shipping world, S5 will move forward as one integrated company able to act decisively, swiftly and agilely. These acquisitions will further strengthen our global footprint and will enable us to accelerate the rollout of our Global Vision to become the number

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one player in our industry. “With these acquisitions S5 will continue to grow its already strong position in the shipping industry with focus on ‘charterers and owners’ services. For our valued customers and partners, this will provide even more opportunities to leverage the S5 team and its services.” S5 has its global headquarters in London, UK, with key supporting hubs in the important maritime ports of Rotterdam and Singapore. S5’s experienced team is working day and night to create innovative solutions to make S5 the service provider that today’s shipping industry needs and deliver the added value that gives S5 customers an edge over their competitors – ultimately marrying knowledge and experience with an innovative mindset that meets the demands of an industry in transition.

UK, US, Canada, South Africa, Australia & New Zealand, together with their global network of distributors, they are able to provide their solutions to challenging corrosion problems all over the world. Winn & Coales International has also announced that the Marketing & Sales Director of Winn & Coales (Denso) Ltd, Andrew Stuart has been appointed to the IPLOCA Board of Directors. IPLOCA, the International Pipe Line & Offshore Contractors Association has members in more than 40 countries and represents around 250 of the key players in the onshore and offshore pipeline construction industry worldwide. IPLOCA is governed by a volunteer board of directors made up of 25 owners and senior executives of major pipeline contractors and service companies.

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MAREX OPENS EAST ANGLIA OFFICE I N O R B I S E N E R GY ‘HUB FOR CLEAN E N E R GY ’

UK-based Winn & Coales International has recently acquired the FX-70 Structural Piling Repair and Protection System from Simpson Strong-Tie. In 2022 the long-established SeaShield Systems will have provided 50 years of pile protection and rehabilitation systems for timber, steel, concrete piles, and marine structures. By adding the FX-70 system to the SeaShield range Winn & Coales are now able to offer clients a one-stop pile protection provider. Since its debut in 1970, the FX-70 system was the first to use a custom-made tongue-andgroove seamed fibreglass jacket with a highstrength, water-resistant repair grout. The system has extensive case histories for timber, steel, and concrete pile applications and is an excellent addition to our range of products. For more than 90 years, the Winn & Coales International Group of companies has been creating bespoke and off-the-shelf solutions that provide enduring protection against corrosion. Through their seven subsidiary companies in the

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UK-based risk management consultancy Marex Risk and Marine Consultancy (Marex) is expanding its operations with the opening of a new office at the ‘hub for clean energy’ OrbisEnergy in Lowestoft. The Aberdeen-based company, a specialist in managing risk in the energy and marine sectors, says the decision reflects its increasing presence in the region. Their presence at OrbisEnergy, which is already home to an impressive roster of suppliers for the clean energy sector, is just the tip of the iceberg into future growth for Marex in the region. Having recently won a major offshore windrelated contract with significant developers within East Anglia, Marex is expanding its reach internationally, with more than 20 global

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consultants now in place. As well as supporting oil and gas clients, its diversification is attracting clients in the wider energy sector, particularly

DA M E N E N L A R G E S DOP PUMP DEALER N E T WO R K Damen has extended its DOP dredge pump dealer network by appointing DESMMA as the exclusive dealer for France. DESMMA has more than three decades of experience in the construction and mining industry. The DOP

Tunnelling project using a DOP200 submersible dredge pump

those operating in the renewables sector, and the tenancy at OrbisEnergy is an ideal opportunity to establish a presence. Wayne Henderson, Marex managing director, said, “Opening the office in East Anglia is a logical step in our strategic growth plan, particularly as we are already operating in Great Yarmouth. Despite challenging market conditions caused by the pandemic, OrbisEnergy’s occupancy has remained resilient. The clean energy hub has seen excellent tenant retention rates, alongside growth in demand for both physical office space and virtual tenancy options.

dredge pump is a valuable addition to its portfolio of high-end construction equipment. The DOP dredge pump is a practical, wearresistant slurry pump deployed for an array of construction and mining jobs, such as levelling building pits and bulk mining. Harrold van Vliet, Sales representative at Damen Shipyards, explains, “The DOP pump is used as a practical dredging tool attached to excavators or cranes and even to complete dredgers. For Damen, it is vital that we can serve our customers close to home but also in their own language and at their project sites, wherever they are in the world.” Jean-Francois Trousselet, owner of DESMMA, emphasises, “We know the special requirements of our customers’ jobs, as well as the industries’ constraints. We work closely together with our customers offering high quality products and services. We are only a phone call away for information and assistance before, during and after a project – the Damen DOP pump will be a welcome addition to our portfolio.” DESMMA services construction equipment, including the DOP pumps, all over France. Mr van Vliet adds, “Damen Shipyards is very pleased that the DOP dredge pump dealer network has been extended to France by this highly professional, experienced agent. We very much look forward to working with DESMMA and we are delighted to be able to offer our customers in France this extra level of service.” PEM VOL 41 ISSUE 1 |

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LEADING MARITIME CITIES REPORT 2022

The 2022 edition of the Leading Maritime Cities (LMC) report was launched recently providing fresh insights into which global hubs offer the best infrastructure, technology, finance, and world-class talent, to help the maritime community connect and prosper. There have been many dramatic developments since the last edition of the LMC report was published in 2019. For one, we are still living with the pandemic. Two years of fluctuating restrictions have caused severe trade and travel upsets. Extreme weather events have made us all more acutely aware of the climate crisis, another major driver of change. Shipowners, charterers, cargo owners and lenders are gearing up for a decarbonised future, with rapid adoption of zero-carbon fuels expected over the next decade. Ongoing digitalisation, including ports and the supply chain, will drive efficiency in support of this transition. “Maritime cities and clusters are generating unique strategies to cope with these global transformations. They will play a leading role in the green shift, with new business models that drive the transition,” says DNV Maritime CEO Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen.

The LMC report is compiled in cooperation between classification society DNV and Menon Economics. As before, it benchmarks each maritime city based on five key pillars – Shipping, Maritime Finance & Law, Maritime Technology, Ports & Logistics and Attractiveness & Competitiveness. Singapore’s strong performance across the board sees it retain its No 1 spot overall. “Singapore holds the top slot for Attractiveness & Competitiveness while also scooping the Maritime Technology title, thanks to the citystate’s unrelenting focus on digital transformation. Singapore gives way to Athens and Shanghai in Shipping and Ports & Logistics respectively, and losing some ground in Maritime Finance & Law,” notes Dr Shahrin Osman, Regional Head of Maritime Advisory at DNV and the report’s co-author. Two European cities feature in the top three as well. “Rotterdam’s second place demonstrates that it’s a maritime city on the rise. Although only 10th in Shipping, the Dutch hub scores well overall and particularly in Ports & Logistics and Attractiveness & Competitiveness. London is also among the top contenders, from 5th to 3rd place overall, however it has lost out its previous top

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slot in Maritime Finance & Law to New York,” says Dr Shahrin Osman. The 4th and 5th place overall go to Asian counterparts Shanghai followed by all-rounder Tokyo. “The 2022 analysis uses some new and more comprehensive objective and subjective indicators, as well as data sources, for each pillar. This facilitates more refined benchmarking of the relative performance of each city,” explains Menon partner Dr Erik W Jakobsen, who is the co-author of the report. Subjective indicators reveal the perceptions and assessments of 280 invited business executives – mostly shipowners and managers – from around the world. Looking five years ahead, they predict that Singapore will remain No 1, with Shanghai coming in 2nd. London, Oslo and Rotterdam are seen as leading the field in Europe, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi competing hard in the Middle East, India and Africa region. Dubai is predicted to grab 6th place overall by 2027. The experts see Singapore, Oslo, Shanghai and Copenhagen as best prepared for digital transformation, while Oslo tops the list for sustainable technologies and solutions for the oceans, followed by Singapore and Copenhagen. DNV’s Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen

WÄ R T S I L Ä PA R T N E R S W I T H T H E M PA TO C O D E V E LO P S A F E R AND GREENER SMART PORT S O LU T I O N S Wärtsilä Voyage has signed a landmark MoU with the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) to further strengthen their collaboration in smart port innovation and digitalisation. The main objectives of this strategic partnership

are to initiate, develop and promote innovative solutions that accelerate digitalisation - foster interoperability in e-navigation and ship-to-shore secure data communications to enable port-toport optimisation and establish reliable, cyber safe and cost-effective information exchange pathways between all ecosystem partners to increase operational efficacy. The scope of the collaboration also covers the development and field-testing of intelligent vessel capabilities to improve interoperability of on-board and onshore systems for well-coordinated and sustainable operations. “Together, we will work with other industry stakeholders, such as Wärtsilä’s customers whose vessels would be calling on the Port of Singapore. Subject to their consent, we will use the vessel’s nautical data to test-bed reliable and secure information exchanges using applications like Wärtsilä Navi-Port. This will help implement standard Application Programming Interfaces (API) between participating vessels and MPA’s VOL 41 ISSUE 1 |

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Just-In-Time (JIT) co-ordination platforms in digitalPORT@SG, and digitalOCEANS to enable optimal arrival and departure of vessels from the port,” explained Chris Chung, Director of Digital Innovation and Strategic Projects at Wärtsilä Voyage. In addition, Wärtsilä Voyage and MPA will assess data and cyber threats to vessels’ shipboard systems, ship-to-shore communications system and MPA’s JIT operations. Increasing traffic, the pandemic, and the general unpredictability of weather conditions have acted as catalysts for ports to adopt digital technologies that help mitigate such disruptions. “At MPA, we have been leading the development and implementation of digital port clearance technology to improve efficiency in the world’s leading hub port. This collaboration with industry partners like Wärtsilä, using its NaviPort for Just-in-Time planning and co-ordination on the digitalPORT platform, further solidifies our commitment towards digitalisation to support port-to-port optimisation and maritime decarbonisation,” said Koh Chin Yong, Chief Information Officer/Acting Director (IT), MPA. This partnership builds on Wärtsilä Voyage’s recent successes as the technology provider has already deployed Navi-Port at many other major ports worldwide, including TangerMed, Hamburg Vessel Co-ordination Centre (HVCC), Port of Valencia, Port of Rijeka, and Bulgarian Ports. “Wärtsilä Voyage is a world-leader in smart port technology, having worked with leading ports on Just-in-Time implementation. With our technology that enables any connected vessel to co-ordinate with ports using a simple software application, we are a strong strategic partner for ports, ship owners and operators to unlock their port-to-port optimisation, enabling Just-In-Time arrivals,” said Bruce Mills, Business Development Manager, Ship Traffic Control at Wärtsilä Voyage. Wärtsilä Voyage and MPA have a long-standing relationship built with a series of commercial and R&D initiatives over the years, such as the IntelliTug Project, next-generation navigational simulator for Centre of Excellence in Maritime Safety, a Ship Traffic Control Simulator, and a Full mission bridge simulator for enhancing the port’s training capabilities. “MPA is our strategic customer and influential 86

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regulator. Signing this MoU further strengthens and elevates our relationship from a standard and traditional supplier-customer relationship and towards a deeper and long-term strategic partnership,” said Sean Fernback, President, Wärtsilä Voyage and Executive Vice President, Wärtsilä. Singapore is the busiest transhipment hub in the world, and considering Asia has nine out of ten busiest ports in the world, this is also a crucial case that sets a precedent for other port authorities to have similar conversations. “Connected ports are the nodal points in the connected maritime ecosystem that’s necessary for decongesting harbours, enabling on-time arrivals and departures, reducing anchorage time, fuel waste and increasing sustainability of the whole supply chain. The more ports get connected, the further it will encourage the uptake of connected vessels among ship owners and operators, helping them optimise their operations too, cascading the positive effect on the whole shipping industry, the planet and the people,” added Fernback. As ship sizes and global traffic grow, congestion has become another major contributor to shipping emissions. As per industry estimates, bad planning, early arrivals, and the subsequent time spent waiting in ports mean that the industry is unnecessarily burning bunker totalling US$18bn annually – that is around 160m tonnes of unnecessary CO2 expelled into the air. Better ship-to-shore coordination and shortening port stays just by 10% will give a massive reduction in fuel consumption — a big low hanging fruit that is now being realised with the smart port technology and JIT solutions like Wärtsilä Navi-Port. PEM VOL 40 ISSUE 3 |

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