From concept to construction-ready design for a plain suction dredger

The challenge

A leading Dutch shipbuilder sought support in the further development of an existing concept design for a new type of plain suction dredger.
The goal: an efficient, modular and lightweight pontoon configuration that can be deployed worldwide and transported in three standard 40ft OT containers.
The challenge was in combining technical feasibility, buildability and standardization within the frameworks of price, weight, stability and ease of assembly.

Our approach

We acted as an extension of the internal engineering team and brought in specialist knowledge of dredging installations, modular structures and practical system requirements.
With a fresh, critical eye, we translated the concept into a manufacturable and assemblable design, including:

• 3D model, general arrangement and weight distribution
• Stability calculation and pontoon layout.
• Practical incorporation of subsystems and standard components

In addition, we supervised the assembly phase on-site, where we supervised the assembly and optimized technical details based on the reality in the field.

The result

• Fully developed, construction-ready design
• Practical and immediately implementable
• Time savings in both engineering and assembly
• No expansion of internal capacity required
• Technical support during construction

''In our desire to develop a Plain Suction Dredger, we partnered with EQVolve, finding knowledgeable additional engineering capacity and a fresh perspective on the topic. Their extensive experience and can-do mentality resulted in a detailed design within a short timeframe, perfectly aligned with our vision.''