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As one of the five operating divisions of Transnet SOC Ltd., TNPA is responsible for the safe, effective and efficient economic functioning of the South African national port system. It manages eight commercial ports along the country's 2,954km coastline in a landlord capacity, with two main service categories: the provision of port infrastructure; and the provision of maritime services, such as dredging and marine operations. As part of its contract with TNPA, IHC Merwede will execute a social development plan in order to help improve local industry in South Africa. This initiative will feature the appropriate transfer of some of the company's advanced technology and knowledge base to aid the development of the workforce's skills within the region. Additional information Length: approx. 101.5m Breadth: 22.4m Depth: 7.5m Draught: 6.0m Hopper capacity at highest overflow level: 5,500m³ Inside diameter of trailing suction pipe: 900mm Dredging depth: 30m Total installed power: approx. 6,200kW Trial speed: 11.9 knots Complement: 26 people IHC Merwede press release |
IHC Merwede secures order for 5,500m3 TSHD from TNPA
