Holland Shipyards Group is pleased to announce the successful christening of two newly built MPP coasters: Waalvliet and Rijnvliet. The ceremony took place on 17 April 2025 at our yard in Werkendam.
These vessels are part of a new series of shortsea coasters commissioned by Hartel Shipping & Chartering, part of the Hudig & Veder Group. Purpose-built to meet the operational demands of the European shortsea market, they combine flexibility, cargo efficiency and robust construction.
The Waalvliet and Rijnvliet are 98-meter long coasters equipped to transport a wide variety of cargoes throughout Europe. With a deadweight of approximately 4,200 tons and a cargo hold with tween deck, the vessels are tailored for optimal loading flexibility. The vessels are equipped with a moveable bulkhead and pontoon hatch covers, enabling them to seamlessly adapt to different cargo requirements.
Consistent with Holland Shipyards Group’s commitment to building greener vessels, the coasters feature a fuel-efficient diesel-electric drivetrain and are designed to facilitate future upgrades to more sustainable propulsion technologies. This forward-compatible design underlines both companies’ ambition to reduce environmental impact in the maritime logistics sector.
We thank Hartel Shipping & Chartering for their trust and look forward to seeing both vessels in action across the European shortsea network.
