[By Concordia Damen]
Concordia Damen Awarded Contract for Innovative RoRo Pontoon
Concordia Damen is proud to announce that it has been awarded a contract by ‘Koninklijke Van der Wees Transporten’ for the construction and delivery of an innovative RoRo pontoon, to be named Lastdrager 29. This project signifies another milestone in the long-standing partnership between Concordia Damen and Van der Wees, following the successful delivery of the Pieter van der Wees five years ago.
Unique Features of Lastdrager 29
The Lastdrager 29 is designed to meet the specific transport challenges faced by Van der Wees. Equipped with a (removable) drive-in function, the pontoon allows for seamless loading and unloading of high and heavy cargo, with a maximum load capacity of 600 tons. Its optimized dimensions ensure efficient navigation through Europe’s inland waterways, even in challenging conditions.
Royal Van der Wees Group expressed their confidence in Concordia Damen, stating: “Concordia Damen Shipbuilding is a reliable partner with whom we have successfully collaborated before. We look forward to working together again.”
Key Characteristics of the RoRo Pontoon
- Spud poles and mooring winches for enhanced positioning and stability.
- Ballast systems to ensure optimal trim and weight distribution.
- Wave protection and beach landing capabilities for operations in varying water levels and terrains.
- Two coupling pontoons providing increased buoyancy for complex transport operations.
The Lastdrager 29, in combination with the ‘Nicolaas van der Wees’ shallow draft Pusher Tug, will offer efficient solutions for transporting heavy cargo under challenging conditions.
Chris Kornet, Managing Director at Concordia Damen, expressed his gratitude for the collaboration, stating: “The Lastdrager 29 reflects our commitment to delivering high-quality, specialized vessels that meet the evolving needs of inland waterway transport.”
Project Timeline and Delivery
The project is scheduled to commence this month, with delivery expected by the end of 2025.
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