Straatman Companies
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    Specialist in dredging equipment since 1965
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    Straatman Dredging & Construction is a specialist in high-quality dredging equipment, with a strong focus on bow couplings, turning glands and quick release ball joints for hopper dredgers and cutter suction dredgers. Since entering the dredging market in 1965, we have developed and manufactured reliable connection systems for dredging pipelines used worldwide. As the original developer of the bow coupling system, our solutions have become the industry standard for safe and efficient connection between vessel and floating pipeline. Our equipment is designed engineered and built in-house in the Netherlands, including construction and coating, ensuring full control over quality, durability and performance.

    Straatman constructie faciliteiten Zwijndrecht

    Construction

    Practical steel constructions, built in close cooperation.
    Coating faciliteiten Straatman

    Coating

    Complete surface protection. Prepared and coated under one roof.

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    Straatman Dredging & Construction

    “Our journey in the dredging market began in 1965”.

    Facts & Figures

    120+
    Years of expertise
    100
    Countries
    4
    Companies
    1902
    Founded in

    This is what you can expect from us

    High Quality Products
    Designed and manufactured with attention to the smallest details, our products are built to last.
    Excellent Service
    We have an enthusiastic and dedicated team
    Decades of Expertise
    With more than 60 years of experience in the engineering and manufacturing of dredging equipment, we can meet the requirements of our clients worldwide and have gained a reputation of capablity and reliability.
    Continuous Innovation
    For over 120 years, we have been leading the maritime industry, committed to constant improvement.

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    Dredging Equipment by Straatman

    Dredging Equipment by Straatman

    14 April 2026
    High Activity in the Dredging Market

    High Activity in the Dredging Market

    12 December 2025
    Bow Coupling Installation for Split Hopper Dredger

    Bow Coupling Installation for Split Hopper Dredger

    1 December 2025
    Completion of female parts bow coupling Straatman

    Completion of female parts bow coupling Straatman

    24 September 2025

    Innovative dredging solutions

    Based on the principle design of the steel plate ball joints, we designed and developed sophisticated solutions for the dredging market. Nowadays, our main delivery program for dredging components consists of the following products:

    In addition to these products, we have developed our own jet water monitors and can offer cold-pressed bends. As we have a wide range of machinery, we can support our clients with custom-made products and special designs related to dredging.

    We work closely with the world’s top dredging companies to provide custom solutions that improve efficiency and performance. Whether for trailing suction hopper dredgers (TSHDs) or other specialized dredgers, our technology ensures the highest level of performance and reliability.

    Straatman Bow Coupling dredging
    Construction at Straatman

    High-quality Construction & Coating

    At Straatman Dredging & Construction, we specialize in various aspects of steel construction. From detailed engineering to high-quality welding, and powder or wet coating in any color of your choice. All done at our own production facilities in Zwijndrecht. From small supports and brackets, custom machine parts, pedestals, to platforms. If it’s made of steel, we can construct and coat it! We are dedicated to meeting the unique needs of our clients, and welcome any challenge.