BOSKALIS B.V. TD CAPELLE

Boskalis B.V., also known as Royal Boskalis Westminster N.V., is a leading global services provider operating in the dredging, maritime infrastructure, and maritime services sectors. The company has its roots in the Netherlands and is renowned for its expertise in maritime engineering and infrastructure projects.

Key Aspects of Boskalis B.V.

Dredging and Inland Infra: Boskalis is one of the largest dredging companies worldwide. The company's dredging activities include the creation and maintenance of navigable waterways, land reclamation, and coastal defense and riverbank protection. Inland infrastructure work involves road construction, ports, and harbors.
Maritime Infrastructure: Boskalis designs, constructs, and maintains complex maritime infrastructure such as ports, harbors, offshore platforms, and large waterway systems.
Offshore Energy: Boskalis is a significant player in the offshore energy sector, providing innovative solutions for the oil, gas, and renewable energy industries. This includes subsea services, offshore wind farm installation, offshore pipeline installation, and platform decommissioning.
Towage and Salvage: Through its subsidiary SMIT, Boskalis offers a comprehensive range of services including harbor towage, terminal services, ocean towage, and emergency response and salvage operations.
Environmental Services: The company also engages in environmental dredging and remediation, helping to clean up contaminated sediments and promote environmental restoration.

Innovation and Technology

Boskalis invests heavily in research and development to remain at the forefront of technological innovation. They employ cutting-edge equipment and techniques such as high-capacity dredgers and advanced underwater robotics to enhance the efficiency and safety of their operations.

Global Presence

Boskalis operates across six continents, with a significant portion of their projects located in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Their global network and fleet of specialized vessels enable them to undertake some of the most challenging and complex maritime projects worldwide.

Sustainability

The company is committed to sustainable development, emphasizing the need to balance economic, social, and environmental considerations in their projects. Boskalis aims to minimize its environmental footprint through various initiatives, including eco-friendly dredging techniques and energy-efficient vessel operations.

Headquarters and History

Headquarters: The headquarters of Boskalis B.V. is located in Papendrecht, the Netherlands.
History: The company was founded in 1910 and has grown through various mergers, acquisitions, and expansions to become a global leader in its field.

Boskalis B.V. continues to play a pivotal role in shaping maritime infrastructure globally, driven by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability.

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