Dirk Katteler

Commercial Manager

Your partner in offshore wind for over 20 years

With over two decades of proven experience and an impressive track record, Van Oord is your partner in offshore wind construction and development. Our employees’ knowledge and expertise, state-of-the-art offshore wind equipment, and valued partnerships enable us to be a reliable partner of choice and support our clients with integrated sustainable solutions and a competitive fleet. As offshore wind plays an essential role in global climate goals, Van Oord is leading way in the global energy transition towards renewable energy.

Operational excellence

Van Oord offers customised solutions for every offshore wind project, often managing turnkey projects that include engineering, procurement, and construction. We strive for operational excellence and best in class project delivery. Our focus lies on Balance of Plant (BoP) contracts, covering all critical components beyond the turbines, and Transport and Installation (T&I) projects.

Investing in the future

With the offshore market expanding globally and moving further from shore into deeper waters, Van Oord is actively investing in innovation. To meet the growing scale and complexity of offshore wind, we continue to build new vessels and upgrade existing ones. We work closely with knowledge institutes, universities, clients, and partners to drive both technical and sustainable advancements.

Towards Net-zero emissions

Van Oord is committed to reducing its climate impact and achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. A key part of this strategy includes the development of ‘green’ vessels and the transition to alternative fuels. Highlights in our fleet include the hybrid cable-laying vessel Calypso, which features future-fuel-ready engines, and the mega offshore installation vessel Boreas, which is methanol-ready and positioned as an industry leader.

Empowering nature and communities

At Van Oord, we aim to accelerate the energy transition while creating social and ecological value. By developing offshore wind farms, we contribute to local prosperity, enhance biodiversity, and support nature restoration. Our commitment to environmental stewardship strengthens the ecosystems surrounding our offshore wind projects, ensuring a sustainable impact for generations to come.