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Z E E L A N D
Volume 9. Edition 3. September/Oktober 2014
PortNews
T h e m a g a z i n e c overing the ins and outs
o f t h e p o r t s o f Vlissingen and Ter neuzen
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Large order for
BOW
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Zeeland Port Promotion Council
and Zeeland Seaports
BOW Terminal in Vlissingen has landed
a large order. The company is going to
store and ship 75 foundations for wind
turbines. These foundations are intended for the largest wind farm in the
Netherlands, which will soon be constructed in the North Sea just north of
the island of Schiermonnikoog. For the
next 15 months, the order will provide
work to between 15 and 40 people.
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Family business
Multraship
Zeeland Port News spoke with
Leendert Muller, director and coowner of towage and salvage company Multraship in Terneuzen. Together
with his parents, his two sisters, and
his brother-in-law, he steers the company through good times and lesser
times.
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The Sluiskiltunnel will be opened almost six weeks ahead of time. Not in
the summer of 2015, but on 23 May
2015. On that date, the first cars will
pass underneath the canal from Ghent
to Terneuzen. It marks the end of the
long waiting times in front of the Sluiskil bridge.
Zeeland Refinery:
strong position
for 40 years
2014 is a special year for Zeeland Refinery in Vlissingen-Oost. Not only will
the company be celebrating its 40th
anniversary, it has also invested 160
million Euros in installations, infrastructure and safety. All confirming the
excellent ties with the region and with
its personnel.
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T : +31 (0)118-491320
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E : [email protected]
I : www.zppc.nl
P.O. Box 132
NL-4530 AC Terneuzen
The Netherlands
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Also in this issue
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05 Ports of Zeeland are reinforcing their position
06 Transhipment on the rise
Faster and better pilotage
08 Yara investing in new plant
Seaports’ action programme
09 Family businesses are the backbone
12 Reefer port Vlissingen
13 Seaports worker: Bas Swart
14 ‘O die zee’
21 Mooring of innovative ship
First visit
24 Maintenance to process and mechanical
installations
25 Zeeland Cruise Port revisited
26 Largest inland-navigation port
28 Integrated solutions for industrial and
maritime cleaning – and more
29 The early days
30 Members Zeeland Port Promotion Council
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Ports of Zeeland
are reinforcing
their position
T
his past year, a number of companies in the port areas
have invested substantially in the expansion of tank-storage
facilities. These companies include Vesta, TPT, and Oiltanking
Terneuzen. And this year, more tanks are being built. Thanks
to these expansions, the storage and transhipment of wet
bulk in the ports of Vlissingen and Terneuzen have increased
BOW has hauled in the 25th offshore project and will soon
substantially during the first six months of this year. This was
one of the reasons for the growth in sea-borne transhipment of
3% compared to same period last year.
nies are still very positive about the advantages and strengths
Zeeland is particularly thanks to the dynamic entrepreneurship of the industries and logistic service providers in the port
areas. Zeeland Refinery, a company owned by Total and
Lukoil, recently made substantial investments in the expansion
of an important unit: the hydrocracker. This considerably
smoothly adjust to changes in market developments. The com-
expanding as well. The company is doing very well indeed.
new companies are finding their way to Zeeland as well.
Over the coming year, Plantacote and Drybulk will embark
upon the construction of a factory and terminal in Terneuzen,
handled.
process to become more flexible, allowing the company to
Breakbulk & Offshore Wind Terminal (BOW Terminal) is
of the ports of Vlissingen and Terneuzen. At the same time,
where artificial fertiliser will be produced and logistically
expanded the refinery’s capacity, enabling the production
grown into one of the highest quality refineries in Europe.
extended by Zeeland Seaports.
These developments demonstrate that long-established compa-
The continuous improvement of the position of the ports of
pany was established in the port area 40 years ago and has
expand the terminal. In addition, the terminal’s quay will be
The location, the space, the direct and unlimited access to the
North Sea, the congestion-free ports and hinterland connections via road, rail, inland waterways and pipelines, continue
to convince entrepreneurs of the strengths and the opportunities presented by our ports.
BOW is a subsidiary of Kloosterboer, another company that
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has been a striking presence in the ports of Zeeland from the
Henk de Haas
very beginning.
Chairman ZPPC
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Transhipment on the rise
During the first six months of
chemical products, especially thanks to
During the first six months of 2014, a
2014, sea-borne transhipment
the expansion of tank-storage capacity
considerable rise in export was registe-
through the ports of Vlissingen
by specialists in the port area. Another
red; however, import fell by approxima-
and Terneuzen amounted to 17.3
substantial growth was demonstrated by
tely 3.5%. The rise in export concerned
million tons. That is an increase of
ship-to-ship transfer.
almost all cargo types.
approximately 3% compared to
Zeeland Seaports cannot make any
the first six months of 2013.
Dry bulk showed a slight decrease in
predictions regarding transhipment in
A striking detail: export increased
transhipment figures: approximately
the second half of the year. After all, the
by no less than 19% regarding
1.5% compared to the first six months
economic recovery is rather fragile still,
just about every goods flow.
of 2013. This decrease especially con-
while the impact of the sanctions against
Especially the increased export in
cerned raw minerals and building materi-
and by Russia is, as yet, unknown. In
wet bulk contributed to the best
als. On the other hand, the transhipment
spite of this, Zeeland Seaports is indica-
half-yearly figures for Zeeland
of solid fuels and fertilisers showed an
ting positive developments for this mo-
Seaports in the past three years.
increase. The transhipment of general
ment, regarding the position of the ports
cargo decreased by approximately 9%.
of Zeeland as an important home base
The largest goods flow in the ports – wet
RoRo and containers increased conside-
for the installation of foundations of wind
bulk – grew by 15.4%, which is quite
rably; however, these are relatively mo-
turbines in the North Sea.
substantial. The increase was particularly
dest segments where the ports of Zeeland
due to the considerable transhipment of
are concerned.
Faster and better pilotage
Large order for BOW
BOW Terminal in Vlissingen has landed a large
significant international experience. It is great to watch the
order. The company is going to store and ship 75
passion and power of our dedicated and committed team.’
foundations for wind turbines. These foundations
are intended for the largest wind farm in the
Manager Arjen Pattenier: ‘Our services can be subdivided in
Netherlands, which will soon be constructed in the
a number of activities, including heavy lifting activities and
North Sea just north of the island of Schiermon-
transport on location; transhipment using multiple SPMTs and
nikoog. For the next 15 months, the order will
chutes, including ballast work; storage; mobilisation, demo-
provide work to between 15 and 40 people.
bilisation and equipping of towed barges and installation
vessels; seafastening; pre-equipping and building up of steel
The BOW Terminal in Vlissingen – located ideally regarding
constructions; repair work, finishing and coating; transport by
the North Sea – has been founded in 2010 and is specialised
sea and inland waterways; customs formalities; engineering;
in the storage and transhipment of very heavy objects across
and project management. The Gemini Project is actually car-
The Dutch pilotage services Loodswezen
and Beaufort wind forces of up to eight
and 40 percent less hazardous substan-
water. It is the 25th order for the company. Thanks to its many
ried out at our location in Vlissingen, but our second establish-
recently commissioned the new pilot sta-
or nine. In addition, the bunker capacity
ces than their predecessors. Moreover,
orders, Bow Terminal will soon be expanding its quay by 175
ment, in IJmuiden, is also strategically positioned regarding
tion vessel Procyon. This vessel is one of
has been improved. Moreover, it is possi-
the design has taken into account further
metres to a length of 525 metres.
the North Sea.’
a series of three ships that are to replace
ble to pump fuel into the smaller pilotage
reduction of the emission of nitrogen
the 35-year old station vessels. Like its
tenders of Swath’s.
dioxide, sulphur oxide, and fine dust.
Great pride
Project Gemini is an offshore wind farm of 600 MW, just
sister ships Polaris and Pollux, the Pro-
The ships have a length of 82 metres.
Its maximum speed is 16.5 knots, which
‘It is with great pride that we collaborate in the largest off-
north of the island of Schiermonnikoog in the North Sea.
cyon will serve for the pilotage of ships
Thanks to the two-screw design and spe-
equals 30.5 kilometres per hour. To fa-
shore project in the Netherlands. We have a permanently
The area features excellent winds, with forces up to 10 m/s,
navigating the Westerschelde.
cial rudders, which enable a maximum
cilitate maintenance, the machines have
available hoisting capacity of up to 1,500 ton (Gottwald
and a water depth between 28 and 36 m. The total installed
deflection of 70 percent, these ships are
been made well accessible via hatches
MK1500 + Liebherr LR1600). That is how we are able to lift
capacity of 600 MW guarantees a production of energy for
The pilot vessels were built by the Frisian
highly manoeuvrable. This way, they can
in the deck. Each ship has three very
the 75 pile foundations for this project, each weighing 850
around 785,000 homes per year. The wind-turbine genera-
yard Barkmeijer. With their long, sharp
be deployed in very busy waters.
fast and safe aluminium pilot dinghies.
tons’, Arjen Pattenier, general manager of BOW Terminal,
tors, WTGs, are installed on foundations of monopiles and
Altogether, they enable speedy piloting
said. ‘The Gemini Project is our 25th energy-related project
will be connected up to two offshore transformation platforms.
and prolonged deployment.
since we started our operations in October of 2010. It is our
From there, two sets of offshore cables with a length of 100
km will transfer energy to the public grid, owned by TenneT.
and narrow hulls, they have been especially designed for the rugged waters of
The Polaris, Pollux and Procyon are
the North Sea. They are able to remain
diesel-electrically driven and are highly
first project for the market of offshore wind farms in the
at sea with waves up to four metres high
energy-efficient. They emit between 30
Netherlands. Over the past 4 years, we have built up a
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Yara investing in new plant
Family businesses are the backbone
Yara in Sluiskil is going to build a new urea gra-
Compared to the rest of the Netherlands, Zeeland boasts a great number of family businesses. A striking
nulate plant. During the major maintenance stop
detail is that these companies have weathered the economic crisis better than other types of companies.
this autumn, the preparational work on the Sluiskil
The Zeeland port and industrial area features many family business and they are highly successful indeed.
site will be started upon. The new plant will cost
around 170 million Euros and is expected to be
operational by the end of 2017.
In 2011, Yara opened the new Urea 7 solution plant. An
investment of 400 million Euros. Urea is the raw material for
urea artificial fertiliser and environment-friendly products for
the reduction of nitrogen oxides from diesel engines.
On 27 June, the Zeeland Harbour Debate was held in the
firm and carpentry company Roozemond in Stavenisse, which
Scheldetheater in Terneuzen. It was attended by many entre-
has been operational since 1698.
preneurs, representatives from companies, consultants, and
One of the most striking characteristics of Dutch family busi-
other interested parties. A number of Flemish companies were
nesses is that, in general, they have weathered the crisis far
also present at the debate.
better than non-family businesses have. Jansen: ‘Their motto is
Family businesses and their strong points was one of the
to do what you say and say what you do.’ Only one third of
topics discussed. Stefan Jansen, of accountancy and tax
Dutch family businesses have eaten into their savings.
consultancy Baker Tilly Berk, is investigating the influence of
The yellow prilling tower on the site, which was the only one
still operational, will be taken out of operation upon commissioning of the new plant. This will put an end to the long
period, covering several decades, during which the prilling
towers of Yara have been a part of the Sluiskil skyline.
Dutch family businesses and held a presentation about his
Greater involvement
findings. A family business is defined as a company in which
Furthermore, it has turned out that family businesses are more
several members of the same family occupy management and
reluctant to fire people. They are always keeping their eye on
decision-making positions within the company. 69 percent of
continuity so that, after the crisis, they would be able to better
Dutch companies fall within this category.
anticipate market developments. Jansen expects that a true
war on talent will develop over the coming years. And that’s
Last year, Yara Sluiskil realised a record turnover of products
amounting to 4.5 million tons.
Seaports’ action programme
This summer, the Dutch seaports, the national go-
estimated to amount to between 12 and 16 million Euros. To
vernment, and trade & industry have jointly pre-
date, the minister had not been willing to foot the bill.
sented an action programme that is to reinforce the
The study should give more insight into this problem and how
competitive position of the seaports. It is the first
it could be solved.
time all parties involved have come to an agreement.
Strong position
where family businesses will certainly benefit from their em-
In Zeeland, this percentage is even higher: 85 percent. Ac-
ployment policies. Family business also score high on social
cording to Baker Tilly Berk and the Rabobank, family busi-
aspects. They are often very involved in local and regional
nesses form the backbone of the Zeeland economy. In most
communities and will often sponsor local sports clubs, associa-
cases, Dutch family businesses do not employ more than 200
tions, and cultural activities.
people. On the other hand, Heineken and Blokker are family
An excellent example of a thriving family business in Zeeland
businesses as well. According to figures published by Baker
is the Kloosterboer Group. This company is specialised in
Tilly Berk and Nyenrode Business University, the Netherlands
temperature-controlled storage and logistic services and has
even boasts a number of family businesses older than 300
grown into one of the largest companies in its sector in Eu-
years. The oldest family business in Zeeland is the contracting
rope.
The same applies to the construction of a branch of the Zeeland railway towards the port of Antwerp. The Dutch Ministry
In June, the Dutch Minister of Infrastructure, Schultz, the five
of Infrastructure recently announced that the construction of
Dutch seaports – including Zeeland Seaports – and a special
this so-called Veza line would not be investigated. Not only
representation by trade & industry, called Topteam Logistics,
because it would cost a lot of money, but also because not
have signed a programme of activities that is to ensure a
many trains are going that way from Zeeland. With the study
better competitive position for the seaports. The programme
that has now been agreed upon, Zeeland Seaports is hoping
contains priorities for the seaports up to the end of 2016. For
to be prepared in case money will become available for the
example, the removal of a rise in the Westerschelde will be
construction of the Veza line.
investigated, as well as the construction of a branch of the
Zeeland railway towards Antwerp, and a stretch of railway
In addition, a study will be made regarding the possible con-
from Axel to Zelzate.
struction of a goods railway line between the Axelse Vlakte
and Zelzate, which has also been on Zeeland’s wish list. The
Accessibility ports of Zeeland
construction of such a railway would cost approximately 60
For many years, the Zeeland port company and the Province
million Euros. Zeeland Seaports and the Zeeland Port Promoti-
of Zeeland have been discussing the removal of a rise in the
on Council, ZPPC, are happy that the three bottlenecks where
Wielingen area in the Westerschelde with the Dutch Ministry.
Zeeland is concerned have now been put high on the Dutch
This is very important where the accessibility of the ports of
political agenda.
Zeeland is concerned. The costs for such an operation are
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Anything for the company
happiness of our children first and foremost, and allow them
Today, the Multraship fleet comprises 36 vessels. The com-
to choose a life that befits them but, personally, I have com-
pany performs towage and salvage services across the world,
plete faith in our succession.’
but particularly in Europe. The group also includes companies
such as the united boatman’s services Verenigde Bootlieden,
and Montis Mooring. The recent crisis caused very little
disturbance, which was demonstrated by the number of ships
added to the Multraship fleet since 2006 – ten in all. Leendert
Muller explained why the company is doing so well. ‘As a family, we are totally dedicated to our company – it will always
have priority over anything else. Our mutual bonds are very
strong indeed – we can always be straight to one another.
This is very important. When far-reaching decisions have to
be made, such as expansions and investments, it is important
to be able to speak one’s mind.
All six of us are shareholders, and we are not always of the
same opinion. We have to respect that. We will listen to each
other, take each other’s opinions into consideration, and will
always arrive at a well-considered decision. We trust each
Family business Multraship
The Dutch economy is slowly getting back on its feet. Striking detail is that many family businesses
have weathered the economic crisis rather well, compared to others. Family businesses are not just
focussed on increasing value for stockholders. Other important factors include continuity, care for the
community, and the wellbeing of employees. Moreover, the company concerned often has assets of
its own, making it less dependent on the capital market. The industrial areas of the ports of Zeeland
feature many successful family businesses. Zeeland Port News spoke with Leendert Muller, director
and co-owner of towage and salvage company Multraship in Terneuzen. Together with his parents,
his two sisters, and his brother-in-law, he steers the company through good times and lesser times.
other. And we all have our own duties, which we carry out
independently. Together with my brother-in-law Pepijn Nuijten,
I manage the company, while my sister Eline is responsible for
the salvage branch and Corporate Communications. My other
sister, Joan, manages the supporting departments and the
boatmen companies.’
Strong ties with personnel
Leendert Muller
‘Our organisational structure is flat, simple and straightforward. Decision lines are short, which means we are flexible
and we can act promptly.’ Like many other family businesses, Multraship features strong ties with its personnel. ‘The
family feeling is extended throughout our company; we all
respect one another and are always willing to help each other
out. We are like a closely-knit team. And we have very little
The Muller family has salt water running through its veins,
and the Westerschelde. That’s where he expanded his com-
turnover of staff.’ Customers clearly appreciate the dedication
so to speak. Back in 1779, Teunis Muller chose to become
pany. And quite successfully so. The company grew, more
of the company’s employees.‘They feel they are receiving our
a ship’s captain. For many years, he transported goods
ships were purchased, and more people entered into employ-
best attention at all times’, Leendert Muller stated. ‘We know
between Dordrecht and Rotterdam. And it became a tradi-
ment. The family and the company’s head office remained in
almost every one of them personally, even if they operate on
tion, because his son and grandsons also chose for a career
Terneuzen. In 1984, the company was facing turbulent times.
the other side of the world. I believe that this is one of the for-
at sea. In fact, up till 1950, nearly all of Teunis’ male des-
A number of business units had to be sold.
tes of a family business. When you are this closely involved in
a company, you know how important customer relations are.’
cendants became a tug’s captain or a ship owner. In total,
around one hundred ship’s captains are concerned, and the
‘And that’s when you see how strong a family business can
ownership of around three hundred ships.
be’, Leendert Muller stated. ‘Some units even restarted – all
A new generation?
family members put their shoulders to the wheel. Since I
Whether Multraship will remain a family business in future, is
Multraship is one of the companies owned by descendants of
joined the company, I have not experienced such dire straits.
not quite clear yet. There are seven grandchildren, of whom
this family. In 1911, Willem Muller founded a towage com-
Which doesn’t mean we can now sit back and rest on our lau-
the eldest is seventeen years old. They all have to decide
pany together with his father, Leendert Muller. The ‘En Avant’,
rels,’ he hastened to add. ‘Especially when things are going
upon their careers yet. Leendert Muller: ‘They are enthusiastic
which means something like ‘full steam ahead’, was their first
well, thing is not to lose control.’
about this trade, and all love the sea. In addition, they are
aware of the fact that it is a lot of hard work. We place the
ship. Love took Willem, together with his ship, to Terneuzen
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‘We all respect one another,
and we are always willing to
help each other out…’
Kloosterboer presents:
Reefer Port Vlissingen
Kloosterboer’s temperature-controlled storage
fruit to supermarkets throughout Europe, where goods are
facilities in Vlissingen, right next to the quay, are
delivered on demand. Wiskerke is exporting onions from Zee-
literally unequalled. The company has the capacity
land to Africa, where their shelf life is limited; that is why they
to store 1.7 million cubic metres of food-related
have to be supplied all year round. Both companies consider
products, such as fruit, fruit juices, meat and fish.
the congestion-free roads around the port as a particularly
Kloosterboer intends to utilise this unique position
strong point, as are the knowledge and dedication of the
in a wider sense and is therefore presenting itself
people working at the terminal.
as Reefer Port Zeeland – a location where producers, transporters, stevedoring companies and
Small-scale startup
exporters of temperature-controlled products meet.
Kloosterboer is not just looking at cargoes with destinations
Seaport’s worker...
It is beyond dispute that people
are the most valuable capital
resource a port can have. And
the ports of Zeeland are very
fortunate in this respect. After
all, we find it important to add
value to the products that pass
through our port. And who are
the ones adding this value?
That’s right, our workers.
in the Netherlands, but also at those destined for the rest of
Thanks to a new reefer container depot at the Westhofhaven,
Europe. This way, containers need not be returned empty, and
temperature-controlled transport from the port of Vlissingen
the limited reefer capacity on container vessels will be utilised
will always be possible. The temperature-controlled facilities
to the full. The company is still being developed. ‘We are, as
allow temporary storage, so that different cargoes may be
yet, rather unfamiliar with the short-sea branch’, Jack Klooster-
combined. This way, sufficient opportunities arise to realise
boer said. ‘That is why we are starting on a small-scale basis.
profitable short-sea services – from Northern Africa to Scandi-
We will study the cargo streams to see where they come from
navian countries and Russia.
and where they are going to. By combining these streams, it
will become financially attractive to transport cargoes via Vlis-
To achieve this, Kloosterboer has teamed up with various
singen. Which is what we want to draw attention to, where
shipping companies. The strong combination has not only
shipping companies and producers are concerned.’ It is quite
delighted shipping companies, but also customers such as
an intricate puzzle, but when all pieces fall together, Kloos-
Capespan Continent and Wiskerke Onions, who are convin-
terboer’s services will add a new dimension to the ports of
ced of the success of the Vlissingen reefer service and are
Zeeland. Together, they will form a reliable and CO2-reducing
alternative to road transport.
happy to do business with Kloosterboer. Capespan supplies
Bastiaan Swart (43)
Foreman with OVET
Bastiaan Swart has been working with
Ovet for over twelve years, and has no
intention of leaving this company. ‘Ovet
is a wonderful company to work with’,
he pointed out. ‘In fact, it is a wonderful
company full stop! Just look at our website, www.ovet.nl, where you will find a
the weekend, we may be asked to step
Before he entered into employment with
couple of videos showing new develop-
in. This is done on a voluntary basis,
Ovet, Bas Swart used to work in
ments, such as the new train-loading
but, in general, we will gladly comply!’
Rotterdam. ‘For five years, I used to
station that was commissioned recently.’
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drive back and forth from Vlissingen to
Swart makes no attempt to conceal his
The OVET Dry Bulk Terminal is specia-
Rotterdam, every day. I did it gladly, be-
enthusiasm.
lised in the storage, transhipment and
cause I enjoyed my job. But when I was
processing of solid fuels, ores and mi-
offered the opportunity to work with
Together with the shift supervisor, he
nerals. ‘But that is not all we do’, Swart
Ovet, I seized it with both hands.’ How
supervises the loading team on average
explains. ‘We strive to provide tailor-
did he come across this opportunity?
numbering fifteen people. ‘When times
made solutions to our customers. This
Was he head-hunted? Swart smiled. He
are busy, this number may increase to
means that OVET offers product-specific
explained: ‘The company I worked for
twenty-five. And when things are quiet,
storage and transhipment possibilities to
had moved from Vlissingen to Rotter-
just three or four people will suffice.
fulfil quality and efficiency requirements.
dam, and I moved with them. But I had
My job is to motivate my team and keep
We realise this by handling each pro-
kept in touch with some people from the
in contact with the ships’ management.
duct separately, keeping stored products
Vlissingen site. So when I heard that
I love the physical outdoor work, the
clearly separate from each other, with
Ovet was looking for people, I took the
organisational aspects, and working
special partitioning if necessary. Or sim-
chance and gave them a call. The rest
with people.’ On week days, the work
ply via rapid loading and unloading.’
is history!’
is done around the clock. Weekends
Swart’s colleagues in the office will,
are free, in principle. ‘But when a ship
upon request, perform customer-specific
needs to be loaded or unloaded during
administration and provide IT services.
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Port of Vlissingen cultural centre for a short while
During the month of August, the Vlissingen port area was the setting for ‘O die zee’– a spectacular
musical theatre show. More than ten thousand spectators visited the centuries-old Fort Rammekens
near the Westerschelde at night. From a gallery behind the dike, they enjoyed the rock opera, performed on rafts floating in the moat. At a distance of just a couple of hundred metres, employees of
Damen Shiprepair were working on lengthening the three legs of drilling rig Rowan Viking to a
record height.
The performance provided a lovely summer’s evening for
discovered, the three young men believe that the tomb might
ourselves, our relations, and our personnel.’
become a tourist attraction.’
The rock opera at the historic location, right across from the
Zeeland’s future
industrial area, drew a lot of public to the Sloe. Around two
Once upon a time, the fortress used to watch over the harbour
thirds of them came from outside of the province. Those who ar-
entrance to Middelburg, where ships from the Dutch East India
rived with their own car, were allowed to park on the Cobelfret
Company (VOC) were moored at the quay awaiting more
site. ‘The play represented a great opportunity to take a look
favourable winds. According to director Tom de Ket, it is an
around the port area,’ Arno Dirkzwager, spokesman of Zee-
For a whole month, heavy rock music sounded across the har-
Zeeland was based on a book by the British author Jacob Wil-
enchanting place. ‘At the old fortress, the past and the future
land Seaports, stated. ‘Driving along the Sloeweg, you have
bours and the Westerschelde. The old walls of Fort Rammekens
kens. According to the author, Ulysses roamed the area around
meet. Which is what the play was about as well. It is about the
no idea of the industriousness that is just around the corner.
in Ritthem echoed the songs from the opera ‘O die zee’. These
the Atlantic Ocean. Plenty of material for an epic story in which
future of Zeeland. What should we aim at, now that farmers
Most visitors had never been this close to a harbour. This play
words literally mean ‘Oh that sea’ and are pronounced rather
Zeeland forms the cradle of our civilisation. The owners of De
and fishermen are going through a bad patch. The play gives
allowed them to come and see it from up close.’
like Odyssey, the ancient Greek epic. For a short while, the for-
Wegwijzer felt they needed a new challenge.
alternatives. When, in one of the scenes, Homer’s grave is
tress from 1547, located in the centre of the Sloehaven, once
more played an important role. The band played from a stage
They approached Huub van der Lubbe who turned out to be
on the water, across a gallery numbering six hundred seats. In
more than willing to write the text. Pop artist Robert Jan Stips
between, on rafts in the moat, the opera ‘O die zee’ unfolded.
looked after the musical arrangements and Tom de Ket was the
‘Originally, we wanted to perform the play outside of the dikes,
director of the play. The actors performed on rafts, in boats,
but that was rather complicated and financially not feasible,’
and often changed costumes.
Trudy Wams of theatre De Wegwijzer from Nieuw- en Sint
Joosland, said. Together with Aarnout Schop, she was the
Major sponsors
driving force behind the theatre show. ‘So we chose for Fort
With so many special effects, decorating the fortress, the props
Rammekens. It is a special location where ancient nature meets
and the costumes, O die zee turned out to be a costly produc-
modern industry. And you can see that the two are a perfect
tion. In the end, it was made possible by the sponsoring of cul-
match. People wander around the woods and along the small
tural funds, the Province of Zeeland, and major port companies
beach, while just a couple of hundred metres further down, the
including Verbrugge Terminals, Kloosterboer Vlissingen, and
legs of a drilling rig protrude. We were at the centre of a very
Zeeland Refinery. Zeeland Seaports also provided its support.
interesting field of tension.’
Director Jack Kloosterboer of logistic service provider Kloosterboer: ‘Fort Rammekens is only four hundred metres from the
Modern translation
location where we originally started our activities. A beautiful
O die zee is a modern translation of the adventures of the
place. And all the more reason to support this production.’
classical Odyssey by Homer. The Greek hero does not return
to Ithaka, but, after a wild nocturnal escapade, returns home to
‘In addition, I always like to support initiatives from neighbou-
Nieuw- en Sint Joosland. The fact that the story takes place in
ring villages in the area. “O die zee” was one of these.
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Salzburg
Zeeland Refinery: strong position in Zeeland
different factors: ‘Our installations are advanced and profi-
nance work, various projects were realised in the area of
table, allowing us to manufacture a wide range of products.
safety, infrastructure and energy-efficiency. ‘The investments
In addition, we have two solid shareholders, who share their
in safety were not the last ones; we are continuously making
knowledge with the company and have the resources to con-
improvements. We are a Seveso establishment. This means we
tinue even through rough times, financially. And last but not
work with flammable and toxic substances. And all the time,
least, we are lucky to have well-motivated staff – people who
there are new insights into the risks and measures to control
are willing to make that extra effort for the company. One of
these. These lead to adjustments to systems and procedures.
the effects is that there is very little turnover of labour. We only
For example, during the maintenance work, we have impro-
have to replace people when they retire.’
ved the furnace safety. In a refinery, where many flammable
substances are processed, furnaces are a risk factor. These
Renewing and rejuvenating
risks need to be controlled, so that undesirable substances,
The company seized the opportunity of the periodic maintenan-
such as gases, cannot be released. After all, these may lead to
ce stop to carry out a number of projects that were to renew
explosions, with disastrous consequences for people and the
and rejuvenate the plant. This last spring, the plant was given
environment. The new safety measures will ensure that fuels
a complete overhaul. De Muynck: ‘The activities were divided
are introduced in an even more controlled manner. Which has
into four categories. First of all, there was the maintenance.
turned us into a safer company than we already were.’
All systems were cleared, cleaned, inspected and, where necessary, parts were lubricated and replaced. Everything is once
As part of the improved infrastructure, Zeeland Refinery ope-
again in top condition, and should remain so for the next six
ned its new control room two years ago. Here, all operators
years.’ A maintenance stop is a major operation; at the busiest
work from a single location. This has advantages.
moment, there were around 3000 people working here, which
is four times the regular number. Next to the regular maintePhotography: Breed Fotografie
2014 is a special year for Zeeland Refinery in Vlissingen. Not only will the company be celebrating its
40th anniversary, it has also invested 160 million Euros in installations, infrastructure and safety.
All confirming the excellent ties with the region and with its personnel. CEO Nathalie de Muynck is visibly
proud of the company. She came to Zeeland in November of 2011. Before that, she had been employed
by Total in Paris, where she was responsible for the European Refinery Strategy.
Zeeland Refinery, formerly Total Raffinaderij Nederland, has
can perform complex treatments, allowing us to carry out more
since 2009 been a joint venture of oil companies Total and
conversions than the average refinery. In our hydro cracker
Lukoil. In that year, the latter purchased an interest of 45% in
we make LPG, petrol, kerosene, diesel, fuel oil, naphtha, and
the Zeeland production location. ‘Lukoil had been looking for
solvents. To the substances that remain we add hydrogen to
vertical integration in Europe. When the opportunity arose
remove sulphur and nitrogen, in order to obtain high-quality
to invest in this plant, the company seized it’, De Muynck
lubricants. This way, all products we manufacture are given
explained. ‘The organisation is steadily growing and slowly
added value throughout the process.’ The products find their
expanding the chain – first with production facilities; presently
way to petrol stations, airports and bunker companies. 95% is
also with its own petrol stations in the Dutch province of Lim-
transported by ship. The remainder leaves the plant by road or
burg and in Belgium.’
by pipeline. Some thirty percent remains in the Netherlands,
‘...we always
strive to make our
processes more
sustainable...’
forty percent goes to Belgium, the remainder goes to Germany
Advanced refinery
and the rest of Europe. Our special products, such as naphtha,
Every year, the Zeeland refinery is processing 10 million tons
are exported across the world.
of crude oil into various fuels. ‘We are not the largest refinery.
As a comparison: in Antwerp and Saudi Arabia, Total refine-
On a global scale, refineries are closed one after the other. ‘Yet
ries are processing double these amounts on an annual basis.
we are substantially investing in ours – which is a certain sign
We are, on the other hand, the most advanced refinery. We
of confidence.’ According to De Muynck, this is the result of
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For example, it promotes the exchange of knowledge, experi-
to companies. This way, we contribute to a clean future, while
ence, and expertise. ‘Everybody is very satisfied with this de-
the costs are reduced. Not only because we use less energy;
velopment. We owe it to the vision and élan of Lukoil.’ During
CO2 emissions are costly as well. Reducing these will provide
the recent maintenance stop, improvements to the electricity
immediate benefits.’
Mooring of innovative ship
grid were made as well. ‘Energy represents sixty percent of our
costs. Therefore, we are always looking for ways to reduce our
The largest hydro cracker
energy consumption.
The final project that was realised was by no means the least.
The capacity of the hydro cracker was increased by ten per-
That is why we have expanded our electrical capacity from fifty
cent. ‘This is a very profitable part of our refinery. With it, we
to one hundred and fifty kilovolts. This way, our systems have
can now process four million tons per year. We now have the
become more stable; they are less susceptible to malfunctions.
largest single-train hydro cracker in the world. This means that,
It has also enabled us to switch from steam turbines to electro-
with only one reaction system, we are able to make all those
motors. These are not just more efficient and more economical,
different products.’ The Dutch Minister of Economic Affairs,
but they also result in a considerable reduction in CO2 emis-
Henk Kamp, drew attention to this very special feat during his
sion. Which is just as important, really.
presence at the opening ceremony on 1 September last. ‘It
was great to emphasise this milestone in such a festive manner.
As a company, we always strive to make our processes more
And a good thing to look back at what we have achieved’,
sustainable. Sixteen percent of our energy already comes from
De Muynck stated. ‘However,’ she continued, ‘we cannot rest
renewable resources and we are continuously working on
on our laurels. The basis is good. The people are motivated
further energy integration. For example, the residual heat from
and professional, and they have a lot of knowledge. And we
our furnaces is no longer just released into the environment,
have equipment that is competitive. But every day, we have to
but is reused by other processes in our plant. The Dutch gover-
pay attention to our staff, safety, and innovation. We cannot sit
nment stimulates such actions, which may prove quite lucrative
back and relax; we have to keep on our toes every single day.’
After its official inauguration, the Vlissingen port was the first port of call for the Aeolus by Van Oord.
The ship moored at VDS Staalbouw to undergo a variety of mobilisation work. Next, it called on
Verbrugge and VDS to load monopiles and foundations.
One of the Aeolus’ first missions is the wind-farm project
built for Van Oord especially for the construction of wind
Luchterduinen by Eneco. This company will install 43 wind
farms. The innovative and advanced transport and instal-
turbines in the North Sea, at a distance of 23 km from the
lation ship has a length of 139 m, a width of 38 m, and a
Dutch coast, off Noordwijk. Over the next few weeks, the
design draught of 5.7 m. Its cruising speed is 12 knots. The
ship will call on Vlissingen on a regular basis to pick up more
ship has been equipped with a crane able to lift 990 ton and
loads for the wind farm.
it accommodates 75 people. The heavy-lift vessel has its own
jack-up, with which it can be installed at sea, at a depth of
The Aeolus is the first transport and installation ship that was
up to 55 m.
First visit
On Tuesday 27 May 2014, Zeeland Seaports welcomed MV
Macaw Arrow on her maiden call to the port of Vlissingen.
Her main service will be the trade of wood pulp from South
America to Europe. Vlissingen will be the main hub in Europe
for the transhipment of these cargoes.
The vessel is the third newly built ship in a series of the socalled Fleximax III type of vessels, owned and operated by
GearbulkMain Particulars. They have a length and beam of
210 x 36 metres, 73,000 ton deadweight, 8 holds and 4 jib
cranes instead of gantry cranes.
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Traffic through Sluiskiltunnel by May 2015
The Sluiskiltunnel will be opened almost six weeks
ahead of time. Not in the summer of 2015, but on
23 May 2015. On that date, the first cars will pass
underneath the canal from Ghent to Terneuzen. It
marks the end of the long waiting times in front of
the Sluiskil bridge, which has been a thorn in the
eye of motorised traffic, particularly cars and lorries, for a long time. The tunnel will considerably
improve the accessibility of the port areas of Zeeland.
The project comprises two tunnel tubes, with two lanes each,
and a stretch of road with a length of six kilometres, also with
two times two lanes, and two fly-over junctions. Next year, not
only the new tunnel with connecting roads will be opened,
but the existing infrastructure on the north and south banks of
the Westerschelde will be improved as well. The Province of
Zeeland has started doubling the road between Goes and the
Westerscheldetunnel, to a width of two times two lanes. Later,
the connecting link between Terneuzen and Ghent will also
be doubled. All crossings along these stretches of road will
be fly-overs. And if everything goes according to plan, traffic from Goes, via the ports of Zeeland, will be able to go to
Ghent directly, without any delays, from mid 2017 onward.
Finishing
The work on the Sluiskiltunnel is currently being finished. The
access roads are well visible in the landscape. This summer,
asphalt has been laid on the western side and inside the
tunnel. The roads on the eastern side will follow later. In both
Photography: Mark Neelemans
tunnel tubes, all necessary cables and piping are being laid
and all technical installations, such as fans, matrix signs, and
bility of the Sluiskiltunnel should any calamity occur in the
And individual employees or teams are competing for a mont-
auxiliary cabinets, are being installed. When all systems are
Westerscheldetunnel, a second operating building will be
hly bonus as well. In addition to the structure of rewards, a
in place and connected, they will be thoroughly tested. First,
constructed on the western access road to the Sluiskiltunnel.
number of safety measures was invested in. For each job, the
their functioning is checked; next, the couplings between the
risks are carefully assessed and the correct measures taken.
different elements are tested. For example, the fans should
Safety first
Safety experts are providing contractors with their support
rotate properly, and the sensors should measure high concen-
Thanks to special facilities, the new tunnel will be a safe
and supervise the work to ensure it is carried out safely.
trations of exhaust gases. When all goes well, a user test will
one for all users. And the concept of safety is further embel-
And the policy is working. On a national scale, civil-enginee-
follow.
lished in this project. In advance, the objective was to build
ring projects are showing around ten accidents per one mil-
the safest civil-engineering structure in the Netherlands. An
lion man hours; for the Sluiskiltunnel only four accidents have
The operators and emergency services will investigate
ambitious objective, but a very serious one. An extensive set
been reported on 1.25 million man hours. Which is a good
whether all facilities are properly functioning. These operators
of measures was drawn up, in which the legal requirements
score; however, it is one that requires continued vigilance in
come from the Westerscheldetunnel; as from next year, from
were extended by 29 others.
order to reach zero accidents.
Doubling of Sloeweg has commenced
The contractor has started the work on the Sloeweg between
the motorway A-58 and the Westerscheldetunnel. This road
is being doubled in width. Various trees have been removed
and foundation work is being carried out. The work takes
place during working hours on weekdays - Monday to Friday. The asphalt will be laid at night, on a number of dates.
While this is being done, traffic from ‘s-Heer Arendskerke in
the direction of Terneuzen will be redirected via the Panhoeveweg.
The doubling of the Sloeweg, which is an important con-
their newly equipped offices they will be monitoring both
the Westerscheldetunnel and the Sluiskiltunnel. They will soon
Rewarding was the key word. The contractor will receive a
nection road from and to the port area of Zeeland Seaports,
receive special training to this purpose. To ensure the accessi-
bonus when the safety objectives are achieved.
should be ready by mid 2016. It will mark a future-proof,
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Maintenance to process and
mechanical installations
The TMS group, a strong organisation with over fifty years of experience in mechanical engineering, is
continuously expanding as a group, both autonomously and by acquiring other companies. In addition,
the company has teamed up with other engineering companies, allowing it to enter into major multidiscipline contracts.
TMS Industrial Services is the maintenance specialist for the
south-west of the Netherlands and Belgium. The company’s
core business is maintenance, revision and the construction of
new installations in the chemical and petrochemical industries.
TMS has four companies: Moerdijk, Middelburg, Terneuzen,
and Belgium. Around one thousand employees – 250 of
whom are employed in Zeeland – provide the port industries
with mechanical engineering services. Next to repairs, the
company is involved in steel constructions and the manufacture of equipment such as heat exchangers and steel vessels.
In addition to the company’s own engineering works and
revision workshops, TMS has in-house workshops at numerous
customer locations, in order to be able to solve technical
problems quickly and efficiently.
The importance of collaboration
TMS has entered into various forms of collaboration with other
engineering companies in the region, including the engineering cooperation Technische Aannemers Combinatie Terneuzen (TAC). Piet Moes, General Manager of TMS Terneuzen
and co-owner of the TMS Group, emphasised the importance
of collaboration: ‘Thanks to TAC, we are able to provide more
disciplines under the one roof and serve a bigger market.’
Educational Institute
Piet Moes is also chairman of the educational institute for
mechanical and electrical engineering Stichting Metaal- en
Elektro Opleidingen Zeeuws-Vlaanderen (SMEO-ZV). ‘This
institute provides two-year training courses combining theory
and practice. TMS is included in the Register of Accredited
Work Placement Company, demonstrating the company’s capability of providing professional vocational training. Moes:
‘We invest a lot of time in improving the image of engineering
work. It’s interesting work, involving a lot of automation, such
as CNC lathes and welding computers. And I am proud that,
as a company, we are able to provide people with interesting jobs. I’m not making this up – our own employees are
the living proof of this. Once they have joined our company,
they’re unlikely to leave. We have very little turnover of personnel. And this is not in the last place because we offer them
plenty of opportunities to grow along with our organisation.’
Zeeland Cruise
Port revisited
During the month of September, Zeeland Cruise Port will
once again be welcoming two
cruise ships to Vlissingen. On 8
September, the MS Prinsendam,
by the Holland America Line,
moored at the quay in Vlissingen, and on 25 September, ZCP
is expecting the MS Artania by
Phoenix Reisen.
grinding his barrel organ. There will
also be a tent with various attractions,
such as old trades and crafts. And, not
to forget, a Tourist Office.
Passengers and crew are given every
opportunity to learn about Zeeland
folklore and regional specialities. The
shore excursions include something for
Both ships have visited Vlissingen
before. For Phoenix Reisen. this is
already the fourth time one of their ships
is calling on the Zeeland port. There is
no better proof of the fact that cruise
companies and passengers are satisfied
with the reception, the facilities, and the
various shore excursions.
Zeeland Cruise Port will continue to do
its utmost to please the passengers of
cruise ships. There will be singing and
dancing performances on the quay, by
groups dressed in Zeeland traditional
costumes, while the organ grinder is
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everyone: from historic picturesque little
towns to the dynamic Delta Works.
For next year, two ships by Windstar
have already booked. In 2015, Zeeland Cruise Port expects to be able to
receive four to six cruise ships in
Vlissingen.
Largest inland-navigation port
From the latest figures, it has become quite clear: inland navigation is thriving in the ports of Zeeland.
More than half of all cargoes - 51 percent to be exact - is transhipped to and from the hinterland by
barge. Four years ago, this was 45 percent. A rather spectacular growth, in short.
Six percent is currently being transported by rail, while se-
According to Vos, there are many opportunities to transport
venteen percent is transferred to another ocean-going vessel
goods by barge, rather than by lorry. ‘Container transport, for
- called ship-to-ship transfer. Transport of goods by lorry has
example. Today, many goods being produced in Zeeland are
dropped to 26 percent. Compared to the ports that surround
transported to customers by lorry, or to Rotterdam or Antwerp,
us, the substantial share of inland navigation is rather unique,
where they are transferred to ocean-going vessels, trains or
but not altogether unexpected.
barges after all. Together with companies, we are looking at
new initiatives to tranship cargoes by barge and develop shut-
The importance of aluminium transhipment
tle services. Naturally, we are trying to attract larger volumes
‘From the point of view of sustainability, Zeeland Seaports has
to the ports, so that container transport directly from our ports
been stimulating transport via inland navigation’, Wouter Vos,
to the hinterland will become an attractive option. Initiatives
logistics and infrastructure consultant of the port company
such as Reefer Port Zeeland (see page 12) will provide an
explained. ‘We want to minimise road transport. And the
important contribution to these efforts, as is the development
types of cargo transhipped through our ports are very suitable
of container warehousing, which will avoid many empty
to achieve this. A lot of wet and dry bulk is transhipped here
kilometres.
- eminently suitable for transport by barge. And these sectors
have gone through a positive development over the past
Clever route
few years. There is more general cargo and forest products
The ports of Zeeland offer many opportunities for smooth tran-
coming in as well. And companies such as Verbrugge and
shipment across water. Vos: ‘We have excellent congestion-
Pacorini have experienced particular growth in the tranship-
free connections to the hinterland. And developments such as
ment of aluminium.’
the new large sea lock near Terneuzen and the modifications
to the Volkerak locks will only add to this.
Over the past years, we have invested in quay-side power ca-
Into Europe
binets, wifi connections, and extra holding points. In addition,
Last year, Zeeland Seaports joined the European Federation
ships that meet the standards of the Green Award regarding
of Inland Ports. This is an association promoting the interests
CO2 dues. This matches the important recent development of
of some two hundred ports in the EU, Switzerland, and the
barges switching to LNG.
Ukraine. The EFIP concentrates on the promotion of inland
ports. Through this association, the port company intends to
Thanks to all available facilities, our harbours have become
draw attention to the opportunities offered for inland naviga-
a pleasant place for bargees to moor. And the more barges,
tion through the ports of Zeeland. Quite recently, a meeting
the more opportunities for transhipment companies. ‘However,
was organised for members, both in Vlissingen and in Ter-
we have noticed that our ports and the services offered by
neuzen. Guests were presented with the opportunity to enjoy
inland-shipping companies are relatively unknown to target
a tour around the ports. They were delighted with the indus-
groups. We are working on this now. For example, in March,
triousness; they had not experienced Zeeland in this way yet.
we launched the Intermodal Planner. This is an Internet-based
application that enables transport companies to determine
Growth
the optimum route for the transport of their goods. The plan-
Promotion of harbours and services should eventually bear
ner provides information about sixty-odd operators. Clients
fruit. ‘Inland navigation is important to the ports of Zeeland,’
will enter the point of origin or destination of a cargo and the
Vos said. ‘Last year, 35 million tons of cargo were transpor-
programme will calculate various routes. When the choice for
ted by barge, which was even more than the 33 million tons
a certain route has been made, the user is able to book the
represented by sea-borne cargo. Our ambition is for sea-
companies indicated. It is already working quite well. And to
borne cargo to increase to 50 million tons, and inland ship-
further increase ease of use, we are now dotting the i’s and
ping to 40 million tons in 2020. This includes our ambition to
crossing the t’s together with users of the system.’
maintain the share of inland navigation in the modal split to at
least 51 percent. Of course, we intend to enable this share to
grow.’
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Integrated solutions for industrial
and maritime cleaning – and more
Mourik provides individual cleaning and maintenance services and integrated customised packages. Jan
van Nassau, location manager at Mourik Vlissingen, explained: ‘Because of the increasing demand for
multi-disciplinary packages, we profile ourselves more and more as a managing contractor, responsible
for implementing as well as managing project and maintenance activities related to our own work as
well as the work of third parties.’
Mourik has an all-inclusive, open net-
new forms of collaboration, such as
areas and the specific needs of their
work of partners − on the one hand to
partnerships, alliances and performance
customers mean that the company
deploy extra peak capacity in their own
contracts, in which the emphasis lies
counts many industrial and maritime
skilled areas when needed, and on the
on mutual trust, collaboration, and the
companies among its long-term custo-
other to provide the required specialist
sharing of profits and losses.
mers.
disciplines the company does not have
Van Nassau continued: ‘It is our aim to
in-house. ‘Needless to say, we often
be a trusted adviser with more to offer
Integrated customised packages
work together with the other companies
than just people and equipment.
Mourik Vlissingen is a 100% subsidiary
within the Mourik group.’
We also provide added value in the
of Mourik Services (Botlek, Rotterdam)
form of multidisciplinary customised
and has been providing technical
‘The best rather than the biggest’
solutions with management and consul-
services particularly to the chemical,
Mourik has built up long-standing rela-
tancy capacities, geared to the specific
petrochemical, energy and environment
tionships with a large number of clients
wishes of individual customers.
sectors for 35 years. Services include
in the form of long-term maintenance
Our strategy focuses on quality, added
consultancy, realisation, maintenance
contracts for cleaning and mechanical
value and controlled growth. We want
and management, with disciplines
and/or civil-engineering activities.
to be the best rather than the biggest in
that comprise mechanical work, indus-
Thanks to these contracts, the company
our sector.’
trial cleaning (high-pressure/vacuum
has gained extensive experience with
Mourik’s knowledge of their specialist
cleaning), civil engineering activities,
catalyst handling, asbestos clean-ups,
environmental technology, and more.
In order to provide optimum service,
Mourik Vlissingen is available 24 hours
a day, 365 days a year. Specialist
knowledge, resourcefulness, flexibility
and local presence are the organisation’s strong points. Mourik Vlissingen
BV is active in the following markets:
(petro)chemicals, oil & gas industry,
energy generation, waste processing,
storage & distribution, government and
other institutions.
www.mourik.com
Mourik: managing contractor for long-term cleaning and maintenance projects
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The early
days...
This aerial photograph of Sas van Gent was made
corporate buildings of Rosier, a phosphate plant
in 1972 by Aerophoto Schiphol. The photo was ta-
that was established here in 1912. Looking at the
ken in northern direction. The first industrialisation
canal arms and the peninsulas, it becomes clear that
in the Dutch part of the area alongside the Canal
the canal has been widened and moved several
from Ghent to Terneuzen had been started up late
times in the past. The most recent canal broadening
nineteenth century in Sas van Gent. Different indus-
operation, in 1968, involved a swing bridge near
tries were established here, including two sugar
Sas van Gent. At the time, it was the largest of its
plants and a glass factory. In the foreground the
kind in Europe.
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Participants of Zeeland Port Promotion Council
Lagan Cement B.V.
www.lagancement.com
SGS
www.sgs.com
Loodswezen Regio Scheldemonden
www.loodswezen.nl
Sita Recycling Services B.V.
www.sita.nl
Accountants- en Adviesgroep Rijkse
www.aar.nl
Dow Benelux B.V.
www.dow.com
Mammoet Nederland B.V.
www.mammoet.com
S.T.T. B.V. / ZMC B.V.
www.agency-stt.com / www.zmcleaning.com
Aannemingsbedrijf Fraanje b.v.
www.fraanje.com
DRV Accountants & Belastingadviseurs
www.drv.nl
Maritiem en Logistiek College de Ruyter
www.scalda.nl
Supermaritime Nederland B.V.
www.supermaritime.com
ABN AMRO Bank N.V. Commercial Clients
www.abnamro.nl
Euro-Mit Staal B.V.
www.euro-mit-staal.com
Mourik Vlissingen B.V.
www.mourik.com
Supermaritime van Reems B.V.
www.supermaritimevanreems.nl
Adriaanse van der Weel Advocaten
www.avdw.nl
Fabricom B.V.
www.fabricom-gdfsuez.nl
Multraship Towage & Salvage
www.multraship.nl
Tanido B.V.
www.tanido.com
Aerssens & Partner makelaars
www.aenpmakelaars.nl
Flushing Shipping Agencies (F.S.A.) B.V.
www.fsagencies.com
N.V. Economische Impuls
www.impulszeeland.nl
Tempo Team
www.tempo-team.nl
Amadore Hotels & Restaurants
www.amadore.nl
Gemeente Middelburg
www.middelburg.nl
N.V. Westerscheldetunnel
www.westerscheldetunnel.nl
TMS Terneuzen B.V.
www.tmsnl.com
B.V. Sorteerbedrijf voor Grind en Zand
www.sorteerbedrijfvlissingen.nl
Golden Tulip L’Escaut
www.hotel-lescaut.nl
Oiltanking Terneuzen B.V.
www.oiltanking.com
TPT Services B.V.
www.tpt.nl
Beeldmerk
www.beeldmerk.org
Grontmij Nederland B.V.
www.grontmij.nl
Outokumpu Stainless B.V.
www.outokumpu.com
Boogaard Advocaten
www.boogaardadvocaten.nl
Havenwerk B.V.
www.havenwerk.nl
Ovet Shipping B.V.
www.ovetshipping.nl
Transport & Containerbedrijf
Wielemaker B.V.
www.wielemaker.nl
Boot & Buteijn Transport
www.bootbuteijn.nl
Heros Sluiskil B.V.
www.heros.nl
Pacorini Vlissingen B.V.
www.pacorinimetals.com
Bow Terminal B.V.
www.bowterminal.nl
Huisman Advocaten
www.huismanadvocaten.nl
Pfauth Logistics B.V.
www.pfauth.nl
CdMR B.V.
www.cobelfret.com
I.B.S. b.v.
www.ibs-hallenbouw.nl
PTC B.A.
www.ptcba.nl
Century Aluminium Vlissingen BV.
www.centuryvlissingen.nl
ICL-IP Terneuzen B.V.
www.iclip-terneuzen.nl
R.G.R. Shipping & Forwarding B.V.
www.rgr.nl
Cordeel Nederland B.V.
www.cordeel.nl
ING Business Banking
www.ing.nl/zakelijk
Raadgevend Ingenieursburo F. Koch B.V.
www.kochadviesgroep.nl
C-Port B.V.
www.c-port.nl
Interlashing B.V.
www.interlashing.com
Rabobank Terneuzen/Sas van Gent
www.rabobank.nl/kanaalzone
C.T.O.B. Transport & Logistics
www.ctob.nl
Istimewa Elektro
www.istimewa.nl
Rabobank Walcheren/Noord-Beveland
www.rabobank.nl/wnb
Damen Shiprepair Vlissingen
www.damen.com
Juister Imaginairies
www.juister.nl
Rabobank Oosterschelde
www.rabobank.nl/oosterschelde
DB Schenker Rail Nederland N.V.
www.dbschenker.com
Justion Advocaten
www.justionadvocaten.nl
Royal Haskoning DHV Nederland B.V.
www.royalhaskoningdhv.com
De Hoop Terneuzen
www.dehoop-terneuzen.nl
Katoen Natie Westerschelde B.V.
www.katoennatie.com
S5 Agency World Vlissingen
www.S-5.org
De Ruyter Training & Consultancy
www.drtc.nl
Kloosterboer Vlissingen V.O.F.
www.kloosterboer.nl
Sagro Aannemingsmij. Zeeland BV
www.sagro.nl
De Zeeuwse Alliantie Notarissen
www.dezeeuwsealliantie.nl
Koolwijk Shipstores B.V.
www.shipstores.nl
Saybolt Nederland BV
www.corelab.com/rd/saybolt
Delta Lloyd Insurances
www.deltalloyd.nl
KWS Infra/Aquavia
www.aquavia-kws.nl
Seacontractors
www.seacontractors.com
Delta Safe Security Services
www.delta-safe.nl
Labojuice
www.labojuice.nl
Sealake Terminal B.V.
www.sealaketerminal.com
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Transito Bevrachting B.V.
www.transito.nl
Van Ameyde Marine Vlissingen
www.ameydemarine.com
Van der Valk Hotel Middelburg
www.valkmiddelburg.nl
Van Jole B.V.
www.vanjole.com
Verenigde Bootlieden B.V.
www.bootlieden.nl
Verex Douane Service
www.verexdemeijer.nl
Vesta Terminal Flushing B.V.
www.vestaterminals.com
Vlissingse Bootliedenwacht B.V.
www.vlbvlissingen.nl
Vopak Agencies Terneuzen
www.vopakagencies.com
Vroon B.V.
www.vroon.nl
Yellow & Finch Publishers
www.ynfpublishers.com
Zeeland Refinery
www.zeelandrefinery.com
Zeeland Seaports
www.zeelandseaports.com
Zeeland Supply Industrial Stores
www.zeeland-supply.nl
Zuidgeest Uitzendbureau
www.zuidgeest.nl
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