Shipdock Amsterdam a triple threat

The yard’s management systems, implementation and awareness among its employees and other people working in Amsterdam, were audited by Lloyd’s Register.

“We are proud to have achieved global recognition for our well-thought out and integrated management system,” said Flip van der Waal, director. “By adhering to best practices we are positioning our yard as a professional and well-organised facility with a management focus on safety, quality and sustainability. We knew from the start it was going to be a challenge, but like all the other challenges we face in our day-to-day business we have managed to be successful by working as a team.”

“Nowadays, the emphasis in standardisation programmes is on constantly improving and creating awareness throughout the organisation. Values that were always part of our company DNA and current developments will support us to maintain our market position as a reliable and transparent business partner,” he added. “We are now able to further capitalise on the growing interest for safe, sustainable and economic solutions in a demanding market.”

Damen Shiprepair and Conversion offers a ship design and shipbuilding and a network of 15 repair and conversion yards worldwide, with dry docks ranging up to 420m by 80m.

By Rachael Doyle