Damen Offshore Wind

For over 95 years, the Damen Shipyards Group has served the maritime industry with shipbuilding and repair services. Driven by its clients’ ambitions, Damen creates new currents. The company has been pioneering new solutions for the offshore wind industry since the sector’s foundations.

Damen’s solutions are a unique combination of heritage and cutting-edge innovation. The two forces combine to deliver the ultimate in maritime evolution. This fusion has resulted in the development of a series of vessels that look beyond tomorrow. Vessels powered by hybrid propulsion today, and prepared for the conversion to alternative, green fuels in the future.
The Damen portfolio of offshore wind solutions features a range of hybrid propulsion vessel crew transfer and Commissioning Service Operations Vessels (CSOV). With an eye on the future, the vessels have been prepared for quick conversation to alternative fuels as emerging technologies reach maturity in the coming years.

Damen has additionally developed a fully electric version of the CSOV. The vessel is able to charge offshore from a turbine or substation. Damen has also proposed a CSOV able to provide vessel-to-vessel charging for smaller vessels, such as electric crew transfer vessels (CTV).

These, too, are part of the company’s portfolio, which includes the fully electric CTV, the Fast Crew Supplier (FCS) 3210 E. This innovative vessel can undertake transfer of up to 28 personnel, at speeds of up to 25 knots.

Also developed for the ambitions of tomorrow is the Damen Floating Offshore Wind Support Vessel (FLOW-SV). This concept is designed to perform the installation of mooring spreads for floating offshore wind turbines in an optimally efficient manner, paving the way for the acceleration of this fledgling sector.

To undertake the laying of cables that will be required to transfer tomorrow’s renewable energy ashore, Damen has also developed a series of next generation Cable Laying Vessels. These dedicated vessels are based on proven designs from Damen’s portfolio, combined with the latest techniques and technology, as well as extensive feedback from the market.

The Damen Multi Purpose Vessel (MPV) series aims to bring versatility to offshore wind support operations. Drawing on generations of successful workboat construction, the MPV delivers optimal flexibility for duties in all waters. The vessels are suited to cargo transportation, diving support, cable maintenance & repair and general offshore maintenance operations.

Damen is able to construct the vessels in its portfolio either at one of its own yards, or at a shipyard of its clients’ choosing anywhere in the world. With this process, known as the Damen Technical Cooperation (DTC), Damen provides the tailored support the client requires, facilitating the necessary transfer of skills and knowledge.

Damen aims to be a partner for the long-term, delivering lifetime support services to the offshore wind fleet from its strategically located repair yards and Service Hubs around the world. This includes access to drydocks up to 420 metres long and 90 metres across where Damen performs repair, refit, maintenance and conversion on Damen and non-Damen vessels alike.

Additionally, as a maritime solutions provider covering the lifecycle of its products, Damen offers a comprehensive range of financial solutions for its clients. With over 40 years of experience in providing tailored financial solutions to companies of all sizes, as well as governmental bodies, Damen has built up a network consisting of national and international commercial banks and export credit agencies. Damen’s financial services portfolio includes buyer’s credit, supplier’s credit, lease constructions and vessel brokerage.

With its comprehensive services throughout the lifecycle of the vessel, Damen aims to put its clients at the forefront of their game – and keep them there for the long-term.

Contact persons:
Bas Loohuis, Commercial Director Offshore & Conversion
Jelle Brantsma, Commercial Director
Wijtze van der Leij, PMC lead / Sales Manager