August 21, 2024
DE Klop Begins Production of Fully Electric Cutter Suction Dredger ‘Cygnus’
Sliedrecht, August 21, 2024 — DE Klop, a leading company in the maritime industry, is proud to announce the start of production of the Cygnus, a revolutionary fully electric cutter suction dredger. This innovative dredger, with a discharge diameter of 500 mm, marks a significant step towards sustainable and environmentally friendly dredging solutions.
The Cygnus is being entirely built in the Netherlands, with most of the companies involved coming from the Sliedrecht area, the birthplace of the global dredging industry. This local collaboration not only highlights the strong maritime tradition of the region but also the innovative strength and craftsmanship that continue to put the Netherlands on the global map.
The engineering of the Cygnus is being carried out fully in-house by DE Klop’s highly experienced team. Their deep expertise and dedication ensure that every aspect of the dredger is designed to meet the highest standards of quality, performance, and sustainability. Additionally, the Cygnus will be equipped with DE Klop’s standard double-walled dredge pump, a hallmark of durability and efficiency in the industry.
The introduction of the Cygnus reinforces DE Klop’s position as a pioneer in the transition to sustainable maritime technologies. By opting for a fully electric drive system, the company is taking a major step in reducing CO2 emissions and minimizing environmental impact, without compromising the performance and efficiency expected of a modern cutter suction dredger.
