
Ship refit
Damen has unrivalled experience in refitting ships of all types, with a steady flow of mobilisations, upgrades and refurbishments passing through its yards. Mobilising and demobilising vessels for new offshore projects can involve a range of activities. Jack-up rigs come to us to have spudcan shoes replaced or their legs lengthened. Wind farm installation vessels require longer crane booms to match the new generation of turbines as well as the installation or removal of grillages and blade racks. Other projects include the installation and removal of cable carousels and gangway access systems.
Our refits often involve upgrades to increase performance or capability; larger engines or new deck equipment, or the latest technology. We undertake highly-complex mid-life upgrades for naval vessels and have emissions-reducing options for every class of ship, ranging from scrubbers and ballast water treatment systems to hybrid and LNG propulsion systems. On other projects the focus is on replacing and uprating accommodation. Whether the vessel is a luxury cruise ship, a straightforward working vessel or a traditional sailing ship, it gets the same attention to detail and first-class craftsmanship.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Decades of experience
- From the refit of an FPSO to a lifetime extension of a trawler
- From the upgrade of a specific vessel part (such as crane upgrade) to a complete lifetime extension programme
- Dedicated department for larger sized (refit) projects
- Engineering capabilities
- Extensive project management
- Excellent facilities, including covered drydock facilities
Our dedicated team
Besides experience, we can offer you the combined knowledge and expertise of the entire Damen Shipyards Group, including our dedicated Offshore & Conversion team. This team possesses all the know-how necessary to perform the most challenging refit projects, from design and engineering to execution. We can draw upon our highly skilled personnel, from any location we operate. Additionally, we have an extensive network of partners you can rely on.
Damen Green Solutions
From design and engineering to execution, we are your single service provider for ballast water treatment, emission scrubbers and LNG propulsion.
Read moreWe’ve worked with Damen Shiprepair over many years for maintenance, but this is the first time we’ve completed a refit of this scale and the first time we’ve installed a drop keel. The cooperation with Damen has been exceptional.
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Arnold Bregman
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Hans Bisschop
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Hans Bisschop
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Carlos de Vliegere
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Hans Bisschop
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Arnold Bregman
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Klaas Kuper
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Arnold Bregman
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Hans Bisschop
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Klaas Kuper
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Kees Jan Groen
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Hans Bisschop
Sales Manager

Hans Bisschop
Sales Manager

Arnold Bregman
Sales Manager

Kees Jan Groen
Commercial Director

Arnold Bregman
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Jeroen Schotel
Project Manager
Harbour & Voyage

Arnold Bregman
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Hans Bisschop
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Hans Bisschop
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Edwin Ruppert
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Edwin Ruppert
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Kees Jan Groen
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