News & projects

Another Great SSL Project for Straatman Mooring Systems!

We’re pleased to see our SafeCom Ship-to-Shore Link (SSL) in action onboard the Energy Stockholm, Europe’s largest inland LNG bunker vessel, built in 2023 in Turkey and inaugurated in November 2024 in Rotterdam.

The Energy Stockholm has a cargo capacity of 8,000 m³ and operates in major ports like Rotterdam and Antwerp, fuelling various vessels.

Delivery of SafeCom SSL

Two Small-Scale SafeCom Ship-to-Shore Link (SSL) systems are heading to a client in South America, equipped with 5-pin SIGTTO connectors. Designed for both terminal and Floating Storage Unit (FSU) sides, these systems ensure seamless and secure oil and chemical transfers.

Each SSL system comes with smart pushbuttons and an intuitive interface, enabling easy operation and smooth switching between supplier and receiver modes. With compliance to SIGTTO standards, the 5-pin connector guarantees reliable ESD signal communication between vessels and terminals, enhancing safety and efficiency.

Custom-made quick-release ball joint for mining vessel

Last week, we shipped a custom-made quick-release ball joint to our valued client Damen. This specialized equipment is destined for a mining vessel off the coast of South Africa, where it will play a crucial role in deep-sea operations for one of the world's largest diamond traders.

Annual Load Calibration of Quick Release Mooring Hooks

Traditional vs. Straatman’s Method

The conventional calibration process requires 3 personnel and takes 5 days per jetty, leading to prolonged operational downtime and higher costs. However, Straatman’s innovative approach revolutionizes the process. In this blog, we explain the Straatman method. 

Straatman is exhibiting at WODCON XXIV in San Diego

Straatman Dredging & Construction is excited to announce its participation as an exhibitor at the upcoming WODCON XXIV conference! WODCON XXIV, the premier event for the dredging industry, will be held at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel in San Diego, USA, from Monday, June 23, to Friday, June 27, 2025.

Engineering and commissioning QRH Projects Straatman

Recently, our engineering team conducted inspections and maintenance at two key mooring projects.

In the USA, our colleague Thijs inspected and provided training on the quick release hooks we delivered last year. These wireless hooks are installed on a barge, transporting monopiles for wind turbines, improving safety and efficiency.

At an offshore FLNG facility, our engineers calibrated and inspected quick release hooks with load monitoring and remote release control, ensuring the safe mooring of the FPSO.

Straatman Mooring System at LNG Terminal Mukran

Straatman has successfully commissioned the complete mooring system at Germany's brand-new Mukran LNG Terminal! Located at the Port of Mukran on Rügen Island, this terminal is a key player in Germany's energy transition, helping to power the country while reducing reliance on Russian natural gas.

Exciting updates from our factory floor!

Exciting updates from our factory floor! Several impressive projects are reaching their final stages or are ready for shipment to destinations all over the globe.

Each piece of equipment has been crafted with precision and care, from design to production. Here’s a glimpse of what we’ve been working on

Fit Smart Bollards to your existing quay

Can the Smart Bollards be installed on the existing anchor bolts of our traditional bollards? How does the cabling work? Here are the answers to these frequently asked questions about the Smart Bollards

Need Ship-to-Shore Link parts? Let’s connect!

Need Ship-to-Shore Link parts? Let’s connect!

Clients often ask if we can provide spare parts like connectors for their existing Ship-to-Shore Link (SSL) systems. The answer is YES, we can!  We are compatible with all industry-standard connectors and systems, making it easy for us to provide what you need.