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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.

Straatman will participate at Gastech 2024 in Houston

Straatman will participate as an exhibitor at the Gastech Exhibition & Conference 2024. The event will take place from 17 - 20 September 2024 at George R Brown Convention Cente in Houston. Visit our booth B100D to learn more about our mooring systems for Oil & Gas terminals and latest developments.

Straatman first-line support is now available in the USA

First-line support is now available in the USA

Last week, Courtland Roberts, a technical sales representative from our US agent J.H. Menge, visited our headquarters in Zwijndrecht for a comprehensive training program on our Quick Release Mooring Hooks. This training will enable J.H. Menge to provide first-line support and direct maintenance and inspections for our US customers, saving them time and money.

Port in Africa embraces innovation with Smart Bollard

Our colleagues Maarten and Matthijs are currently at this important African port, for productive discussions regarding installing our innovative Smart Bollard technology at their port. The Smart Bollard is a high-tech solution designed to enhance safety and efficiency in port operations. These advanced bollards have sensors that continuously monitor the load on mooring lines.