Damen Delivers Second CSD 600 in Record Time

The CSD 600 is transported by two tugs to the harbor of Rotterdam. (Image credit: Damen)
Damen Shipyards Group, a leading manufacturer of dredgers and dredging equipment, has announced the successful sale and delivery of the second Cutter Suction Dredger (CSD) 600 in its new series of standard dredgers. The CSD was available from stock, ensuring a short delivery time. The customized dredger will be delivered to an Asian customer, complete with a crew training program on location.

The CSD 600, the first type of the new generation of Damen dredgers, is a standard stationary dredger designed for optimal performance and efficiency. The reliable and robust dredger has a 600 mm dredge pipe diameter and dredges up to -16 meters. With its 250 kilowatts cutter power, it enhances the owner’s dredging capabilities and removes compacted and hardened soils. The powerful dredger, which is designed for single-handed operations, is designed for fuel efficiency and has 1,980 kW of power installed.

The second CSD 600 from the next generation Damen design has been sold from stock. (Image credit: Damen)

The advanced dredger is equipped with the latest technology to ensure high productivity and reliability in various dredging operations. “The delivery of this unit marks a significant step for the owner,” Damen Sales Manager Inge Hoogenboezem said. “The fleet expansion with cutting-edge dredging equipment will allow them to efficiently execute a river maintenance dredging project. We are pleased that our stock CS D600-dredger meets their tight planning.”

This milestone underscores Damen’s commitment to providing state-of-the-art dredging solutions to meet the industry’s demands. The high-performance dismountable dredger is easily transportable to all corners of the globe and designed to last for years to come.

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