Contract with Den Herder Seaworks for electrical refit of TSHD Swalinge
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.
The 82.2 metre vessel is currently at Kooiman Hoebee Shipyard in Dordrecht for an extension of 37.1 meters.
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 metre vessel is currently at Kooiman Hoebee Shipyard in Dordrecht for an extension of 37.1 meters, which will increase the cargo space by 1300 m³.
Successful cooperation
With this new order, Alewijnse and Den Herder Seaworks confirm their many years of successful cooperation 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, a global player with over a century of experience in marine electrical engineering, 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 metres to increase the cargo volume and so expand the company’s overall delivery capability.
"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.''
Pieter den Herder of Den Herder Seaworks said about the cooperation
"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."
Alewijnse Account Manager Pieter Vosselman adds
Swalinge
The Swalinge was built as a coaster in 1977 and converted into a trailing suction hopper dredger 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 hours. 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.
Den Herder Seaworks
Den Herder Seaworks B.V. is an important independent service provider in the field of the extraction, transport and dry unloading of marine aggregates in North West Europe. With a modern fleet of in-house designed and developed TSHDs, its customers are efficiently and quickly provided with sand and gravel, mainly in England, France, Belgium, The Netherlands, Germany, Denmark, Poland and other countries on the Baltic Sea.
Alewijnse
Alewijnse has over 130 years of experience in providing tailored electrical and automation solutions for its customers' projects around the world. As a systems integrator that works in partnership with its customers, it supplies a comprehensive range of technical solutions. These include electrical installations, power distribution, generation and propulsion systems, process automation, audio video & IT, safety & security, and navigation & communications. In response to the ever-increasing need for sustainable operations, Alewijnse strives to design and implement environmentally-friendly propulsion and energy-efficient systems for maritime and industrial partners that seek high levels of sustainability.
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