Valmet to Provide Marine Methanol Fuel Automation Control System for Jan de Nul Vessels

Valmet, a Finland-based company, has secured an order for a marine methanol fuel automation control system for two cable-laying vessels (CLVs) commissioned by Jan de Nul in China. The vessels are set to be constructed at the China Merchants Heavy Industry (Jiangsu) shipyard for Jan De Nul, a prominent player in engineering solutions for maritime and offshore energy infrastructure and construction projects.

The exact value of the order has not been disclosed. Philippe Hermans, Manager Vessel Construction at Jan De Nul, expressed confidence in Valmet’s expertise, stating, “Valmet has experience in green fuel supply system control. Their technical expertise can add value to our operations.”

Gavin Wang, Marine Sales Manager, Automation Systems at Valmet, highlighted the capabilities of the Valmet DNA system, stating, “Valmet DNA has strong processing capability and reliability, which can meet the high safety standard of Jan De Nul. I am confident the investment will support Jan De Nul in leading a green and low-carbon operating model in the subsea cable business.”

In a previous order placed in May 2024, Jan De Nul commissioned the construction of a second XL CLV, identical to the Fleeming Jenkin vessel, known for its unparalleled cable-carrying capacity. These vessels, measuring 215 meters in length and capable of transporting 28,000 tonnes of cables, are designed to operate in both shallow and ultra-deep waters up to 3,000 meters while handling cable tensions of up to 150 tonnes.