It’s possible that I shall make an ass of myself. But in that case one can always get out of it with a little dialectic. I have, of course, so worded my proposition as to be right either way (K.Marx, Letter to F.Engels on the Indian Mutiny)
Sunday, May 18, 2025
Damen Delivers a New ASD Tug to the Lithuanian Navy to Strengthen Position
On Monday the 12 th of May, just nine months after the contract was signed, the christening ceremony took place of the Lithuanian Navy’s new multi-role tug at the Klaip?da Cruise Ship Terminal. Built and delivered by the Damen Shipyards Group, the Damen ASD Tug 3010 ICE is a well-proven class especially designed and equipped for operations in icy waters.
Named Lokys, and designated H-24, the delivery of the vessel marks a milestone as the nation upgrades its maritime capabilities. Measuring 30 metres in length, it has a bollard pull of almost 60 tonnes and a maximum speed of more than 13 knots. Its large working deck will also enable it to support the navy across the region in a wide range of operations.
The ceremony was attended by distinguished Lithuanian guests, including Vice-Minister of National Defence Karolis Aleksa; General Raimundas Vaikšnoras; Fleet Admiral Giedrius Premeneckas and Mayor of Klaip?da Mr Arvydas Vaitkus. Mrs Ilona Vaitkien?, spouse of the mayor, had the honour of being the godmother of Lokys.
During the ceremony Vice-Minister of National Defence Karolis Aleksa stated: “The geographical location of the Port of Klaip?da and its significance, both economically and in terms of national security, are immense. Therefore, we must dedicate the necessary attention and resources to the Lithuanian Armed Forces. We clearly see and understand the threats, which is why we are developing - and will continue to develop - our maritime capabilities. The newly built addition of the H24 multi-role tug is just one example of this.”
The procurement of Lokys will significantly contribute to the Lithuanian Navy's capability to perform various tasks. These will include a wide range of missions related to host nation support for visiting allied ships, ensuring port security and supporting the execution of tasks by the naval fleet and other units in the Armed Forces.
“It was a great honour for us to deliver the Lokys to the Lithuanian Defence Materiel Agency on time and fully operational,” said Vadim Akimov, Damen Sales Director. “We take great pride in serving the needs of our naval partners around the world and we hope that this project will mark the beginning of a strong partnership for many years to come.”
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Wallenius Wilhelmsen & Bertel O. Steen Bring Vehicle Processing to Norway
Establishing a unique joint venture, Wallenius Wilhelmsen and Bertel O. Steen, one of Norway’s largest vehicle importers and distributors, will develop and operate a one-of-a-kind, tailor-made vehicle processing center at the port of Drammen.
The new facility will bring vehicle processing in-house for Bertel O. Steen, strengthening and enhancing their current value chain, and provides Wallenius Wilhelmsen with new commercial opportunities.
“We are excited to further expand our logistics footprint in the Nordics establishing a joint venture with Bertel O. Steen to build a state-of-the-art facility from the ground up. Bringing together our global processing competence and Bertel O. Steen’s market position and ambitions for the region just makes sense. For this to be our first dedicated logistics site in Norway, just a short drive from our head office, is particularly satisfying,” says John Felitto, COO Logistics Services at Wallenius Wilhelmsen.
“This is a strategically important move for Bertel O. Steen that will strengthen our brands' relative competitiveness in the Norwegian automotive market. The establishment of a tailor-made vehicle processing center in Drammen will also enable us to improve the speed of delivery of cars to our customers and reduce operational risk in the value chain, says Harald Frigstad, CEO at Bertel O. Steen.
Once completed, the modern purpose-built facility will have the capacity to process approximately 45.000 vehicles annually in one shift. Designed and equipped to provide a comprehensive range of pre-delivery processing services including anti-corrosion treatments, software upgrades, equipment assembly and cosmetic preparation.
The new facility will utilize state-of-the-art production planning and execution software to dramatically reduce?production?lead times and improve delivery accuracy.
With optimized workshop processes further improving efficiency and reducing lead times, the new Drammen facility will, Wallenius Wilhelmsen believes, set a new benchmark for modern vehicle processing facilities.
With a long-term lease with Drammen port signed, the tender process for construction will begin shortly with the facility expected to open its doors to import vehicles in late 2027.
“We welcome Bertel O. Steen and Wallenius Wilhelmsen with the establishment of the new facility in the port. This strengthens Drammen's position as Norway's leading port for import of new cars and a hub for further distribution inland”, says Arne Fosen, Port Director Port of Drammen.
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