
(Posted on 04/11/25)
Concordia Damen has received a new contract from Reederei Deymann, one of Germany’s largest inland shipping companies, for the extensive refit of a dry cargo vessel Hirschhorn. The vessel recently arrived at the Concordia Damen yard in Werkendam, where the transformation project has now started. The project marks another example of the company’s expertise in sustainable fleet renewal.
The refit involves the complete renewal of the aft ship. Originally equipped with a single engine, single propeller shaft and an outdated living and wheelhouse arrangement, the vessel will undergo a transformation at Concordia Damen’s yard in Werkendam.
The aft section will be cut off in front of the accommodation to replace the old configuration with a twin-shaft propulsion system powered by two new, fuel-efficient diesel-electric 630 KWE engines.
In addition, the accommodation and wheelhouse will be completely rebuilt, offering greater comfort, improved ergonomics and visibility, and compliance with modern operational standards.
Lifetime extension
The refit will significantly extend the vessel’s lifetime, enhance propulsion efficiency and reliability, and reduce fuel consumption and emissions. In addition, the new configuration enables the vessel to sail in shallow water conditions.
Bert Duijzer, Technical Director, at Concordia Damen, says:
“This project shows how a well-planned refit can give a reliable vessel a new life. We are proud to support Reederei Deymann in keeping their fleet efficient, sustainable and competitive for years to come. Our team in Werkendam has started the work, and we look forward to delivering another successful project together.”
Concordia Damen’s refit projects are part of its broader mission to combine sustainability with smart shipbuilding, and helping shipowners modernize their fleets cost-effectively and responsibly.
CM Technologies (CMT) has supplied its integrated onboard fuel/oil testing and analysis kits to a fleet... Read more
Superior Industries, Inc., a U.S.-based manufacturer and global supplier of bulk material processing... Read more
NDE Readymix Concrete Ltd., established in 2009, is the largest non-cement ready-mix concrete producer... Read more
German corrosion protection specialist Steelpaint has successfully completed a technical field trial... Read more
Veson Nautical has announced the Veson Platform, a unified, AI-powered experience that brings together... Read more
ABB has announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire marine automation specialist Hø... Read more
NAVTOR has unveiled the latest iteration of its Digital Logbooks offering, featuring the industry&rsquo... Read more
The maritime industry is facing a rapidly changing fire risk on board vessels as electric vehicles and... Read more
Smart Ship Hub (SSH), the maritime intelligence and data collection platform, has launched one of the... Read more
World leading manufacturer of rope operated mechanical grabs for the dry bulk industry, Verstegen Grijpers... Read more