Cristobal Colon

Jan De Nul Group has ordered a new mega hopper 'Cristóbal Colón' with a hopper capacity of 46,000 m³. The order has been placed with Construcciones Navales del Norte, and the vessel will be built in the “La Naval” Shipyard in Sestao. It is foreseen that this very large hopper will be delivered in 2008.

Principal Particulars
Hopper Capacity 46,000 m³ Pump Power (trailing) 2 x 6,500 kW
Deadweight 78,000 ton Pump Power (discharging) 16,000 kW
Length Overall 223.0 m Propulsion Power 2 x 19,200 kW
Breadth 41 m Total Installed Diesel Power 41,500 kW
Draught Loaded 15.15 m Speed 18,0 Kn
Maximum Dredging Depth 155.0 m Accommodation 46
Suction Pipe Diameter 1,300 mm Built In Under construction - 2008