New engines, exhaust cleaning systems and improved propulsion train arrangements will result in emissions reduction for the Port of Amsterdam’s harbour patrol vessel, a Damen Stan Tug 1907 PA1.
As well as conversion of vessel PA1 the contract includes maintenance of three other Damen vessels. The modifications and upgrades to the harbour patrol vessel will reduce the environmental footprint and more efficient employment in the Port of Amsterdam. This conversion includes the installation of new engines, that comply with IMO tier III and EUROVI stage 5 emission limits. A Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) system will be installed along with an SCR system to filter out NOx from the exhaust gases. The vessel will be equipped with a heat recovery system to heat the accommodation and the bridge. The bridge insulation will be improved, including replacement of all glass. Together with all this, new rudders and propellers will be installed and the anchor lockers will be modified. The vessel was built by Damen in 2013 and has been in active service since. Following the conversion, PA1 will be delivered for renewed operations in Juni this year.
Port of Amsterdam has expressed their ambition to further reduce ship emissions. Improving sustainability of its own fleet can make a significant contribution to that. Following its conversion, PA1 will be employed for infrastructure maintenance and patrolling in the Amsterdam harbours.
Damen Shipyards and Port of Amsterdam have enjoyed long-lasting co-operation. Apart from the conversion of the PA1, the shipbuilding group has won the maintenance contract for the three other Damen vessels in the Port of Amsterdam fleet, two Stan Tug 1907s and a Stan Tender 1905.
