Boskalis Launches New Dredger Seaway at Royal IHC Shipyard Boskalis, a leading global maritime contractor, celebrated the launch of its newest trailing suction hopper dredger, Seaway, at the Royal IHC shipyard in Krimpen aan den IJssel, Netherlands, on 6 October 2023. The event attracted over 3,000 attendees, including employees, suppliers, and invited guests. The vessel was officially christened by Mrs. Ande Berdowski, spouse of Boskalis' supervisory board chairman, who initiated the traditional bottle-breaking ceremony. The Seaway marks Boskalis' continued investment in advanced, efficient, and environmentally responsible dredging equipment. Although technical specifications were not detailed in announcements, the new dredger is positioned to enhance Boskalis’ international dredging operations, contributing to infrastructure and coastal protection projects worldwide. Reflective of the long-standing collaboration between Boskalis and Royal IHC, a renowned Dutch shipbuilder, the launch underscores the Netherlands' expertise in maritime technology. The Seaway is scheduled to begin service next summer, further expanding Boskalis’s fleet and support for global port development and coastal maintenance projects.

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