Van Oord

Since 2007, Menno van Kruistum has seen offshore wind grow into a European giant.   While the industry has mastered building at scale, Menno believes the next phase is about more than just size. To stay future-proof, he argues the focus should also shift more towards better system integration and diverse renewable sources.   What do you see as the next step for integrating offshore energy into our grid? 📷 This portrait is part of a series by photographer and filmmaker Kadir van Lohuizen. 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗞𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗿 𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮: LinkedIn: @kadirv Instagram: @kadirvanlohuizen #vanoord #humancapital #offshorewind #boreas

𝗞𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱’𝘀 𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗺 Ørsted, PGE Polska Grupa Energetyczna and Van Oord celebrate the offshore installation of the Baltica 2 Project, Poland’s largest offshore wind farm located in the Baltic Sea. Van Oord is responsible for installing 111 monopiles: 107 as foundations for the turbines and 4 for the offshore substations.  Govert van Oord, CEO of Van Oord, said: "Van Oord is proud to be the installation contractor for the foundations of Baltica 2, making a significant contribution to the energy transition in Poland. This milestone reflects close collaboration with Ørsted, PGE, and partners across the supply chain, building on five successful projects with Ørsted to date. Together, we share the ambition to further develop offshore wind as a reliable and sustainable source of energy." Read more: https://lnkd.in/gxMy_8-7 #offshoreenergy #offshorewind #sustainability #marineingenuity

𝗩𝗮𝗻 𝗢𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗞𝗪𝗦 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲-𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗳 𝗳𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗭𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱, 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 The Answest consortium (consisting of Van Oord and KWS Infra) has delivered the Hansweert dyke reinforcement project ahead of schedule and to a high standard of sustainability. The reinforced dyke now complies with the latest Dutch safety standard, which factors in more severe storms. The project contributes to the future-proofing of flood protection in the Dutch province of Zeeland. The work, which began in late 2022, was completed a full year ahead of schedule. The Scheldestromen water board (Waterschap Scheldestromen) had commissioned Van Oord and KWS to reinforce a total of 5.2 kilometres of dyke between the lock complex in Hansweert and the Kapellebank tidal flat. Sustainability and environmental management were paramount in all stages of the project. Overall, CO₂ emissions on site were reduced by approximately 1,350 tonnes, mainly by deploying electric and hybrid equipment (including electric cranes and an electric excavator). In addition, materials were transported by water wherever possible. These efforts make this project one of the first sustainable dyke reinforcement initiatives in the Netherlands. Read more on our website: https://lnkd.in/ewB_vAst Read the Dutch press release here: https://lnkd.in/eDVB3rSW #sustainability #climateadaptation #watersafety #floodprotection

𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 👷♂️ In this video relay, organised by Governance Code Veiligheid in de Bouw GCVB, Dredging & Infra Director Ronald de Geus explains how Van Oord, with its international projects and diverse cultures, is committed to safety through clear communication, solid preparation and collaboration across the entire supply chain. Van Oord participates in the Governance Code for Safety in Construction (GCVB) to improve safety across the entire supply chain and to establish shared standards. As one of the founding members of the GCVB, we believe safety is a priority and shared responsibility. #GCVB #safety #collaboration #sayyestosafety #speakupforsafety

𝗩𝗢:𝗫 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀𝘇 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶-𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 👏 VO:X Barentsz, Van Oord’s first unmanned survey vessel purpose-built for offshore operations, has completed its first multi-day deployment at Ecowende's Hollandse Kust West offshore wind farm. The vessel supported the monopile and cable installation works executed by installation vessels Boreas, Nexus and Subsea Viking. This marks an important milestone in the further roll-out of remote, unmanned survey operations offshore. By deploying unmanned survey technology, we are able to monitor critical infrastructure efficiently, safely and with minimal environmental impact while maintaining the highest survey standards. This is essential to ensuring the integrity and long-term reliability of offshore assets, such as subsea cables. John van der Marel, USV lead at Van Oord: “With the deployment of VO:X Barentsz, we demonstrated how unmanned survey vessels can operate remotely over multiple days, delivering high-quality data while continuing to advance innovation in offshore surveying.” #VanOord #OffshoreEnergy #offshorewind #marineingenuity #innovation

𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 👷♂️ Every day, thousands of colleagues across our projects and vessels work in complex environments at sea, on site and in our offices. That is why we consider safety to be an absolute priority in everything we do. Creating a safe working environment is something we do together. It’s in the conversations we have, the choices we make, and the responsibility we take for ourselves and for each other. On this day, we celebrate our safety culture and thank everyone who actively contributes to it. #safety #worlddayforsafetyandhealthatwork #sayyestosafety #marineingenuity #sustainability #workingtogether

𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘄𝗲 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗴’𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 👑 Did you know part of Van Oord’s fleet carries a royal touch? Our vessels Vox Amalia, Vox Alexia, Vox Ariane and Vox Maxima fit perfectly with today’s festive spirit. While the Netherlands turns orange, our vessels continue their work on projects around the world. (Royal) Van Oord wishes everyone a happy King’s Day 🧡 #VanOord #kingsday

𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗹𝗴𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 🌊 As part of the ongoing beach restoration works in the Algarve, Van Oord’s Spanish subsidiary DRAVO S.A. had the pleasure of welcoming Portugal’s Minister of Environment and Energy, Maria Da Graça Carvalho, together with representatives from the Loulé Municipal Council, the Portuguese Environment Agency, and maritime authorities.   During the visit, the progress of the works was reviewed on site, including a visit on board Van Oord’s trailing suction hopper dredger Vox Alexia. The project is recognised as a key investment in strengthening Portugal’s coastal resilience, protecting the shoreline, local communities and critical infrastructure.   We are proud to be part of this project, protecting the Algarve coastline and strengthening the long-term resilience of local communities.

𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲 This week, Van Oord is present at WindEurope 2026 in Madrid, underlining our commitment to driving Europe’s energy transition and strengthening the offshore wind value chain. We are meeting clients, partners and policymakers to discuss how we can jointly accelerate offshore wind deployment and create long-term value. Van Oord has a strong track record across the full offshore wind value chain, offering integrated solutions that help clients deliver projects safely, on time and at scale. We see growing demand for reliable partners who combine this execution power with innovation and sustainability and believe that further standardisation and earlier collaboration across the value chain are key to more efficient project design, execution and risk management. At WindEurope, we are also highlighting our new business line, Ocean Health. Through Ocean Health, we support our clients with nature-inclusive and future-proof offshore solutions, integrating ecology and stakeholder interests into commercial project delivery. We look forward to connecting in Madrid and exploring how we can help advance your offshore wind ambitions. Maurits den Broeder Karen Vennik Anneke Hibma Ferdy Hengeveld Jurjan Blokland Hans Bijen Arthur Costerus Kees de Ruiter #offshorewind #sustainability #oceanhealth #innovation #windeurope

𝗩𝗮𝗻 𝗢𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 Van Oord has successfully transported and installed all monopile foundations and transition pieces for Poland’s first-ever offshore wind farm: Baltic Power. The project marks an important in supporting Poland’s transition to renewable energy. Van Oord was responsible for all 78 monopile foundations and 76 transition pieces. For transport, Van Oord worked closely together with leading heavy lifting and transport company Mammoet. The installation of all 76 transition pieces was carried out by SAL DP2 heavy lift vessel MV Lone, with a Van Oord team on board overseeing the operations. Maurits den Broeder, Managing Director Offshore Energy at Van Oord: ‘We are very proud to have successfully completed this project, making a significant contribution to the energy transition in Poland. Our close and constructive cooperation with our client and partners involved played a crucial role in achieving this milestone, enabling us to deliver the project efficiently and with shared ambition to contribute to the further development of offshore wind as a reliable renewable energy source.’ Baltic Power is developed by a joint venture between ORLEN S.A. (Poland) and Northland Power Inc. Inc. (Canada). Baltic Power is scheduled to become operational in the second half of 2026 and cover 3% of the national demand for electricity. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e3kwnPV2 (See the comments for the Dutch news release) #energytransition #offshorewind #marineingenuity #innovation #sustainability