About Straatman Dredging & Construction
Straatman Dredging & Construction is a global leader in advanced dredging equipment. We specialize in designing and manufacturing high-quality Bow Discharge Installations, Turning Glands, and Ball Joints. We manage the entire production process, from engineering to construction, within our facilities in Zwijndrecht, The Netherlands. This includes our own construction and coating facilities, ensuring the highest level of quality and protection of our products.
Founded in 1902 as a machine factory in the Netherlands, the company grew step by step into a specialist in equipment for the maritime industry. Straatman Dredging & Construction is part of Straatman, consisting of four Dutch companies, each specialized in designing and manufacturing products for the maritime industry. Together, we develop reliable, project-specific solutions that are used in ports, terminals and vessels worldwide. With more than a century of experience, we continue to build solid products and support our customers every step of the way.
Our Heritage
Our roots go back to 1902, when L. Straatman founded the original company in Dordrecht. Today, Straatman has grown into four specialized businesses: Straatman Mooring Systems and Straatman Dredging & Construction, Kraaijeveld Winches and Straatman SafeCom. As a group we serve the maritime industry with trusted, Dutch-engineered solutions.
Sustainability
“Building durable solutions today, caring for people, planet and progress tomorrow.”
Facts & figures
Decades of experience in dredging technology
For decades, Straatman has been a trusted engineering partner in the dredging industry. We don’t just supply equipment, we work closely with our clients to develop solutions that truly fit their vessels and operations.
Over the years, our products have frequently set the standard for dredging applications. Through continuous development, practical engineering and close cooperation with end users, we have helped improve safety, reliability and performance on dredgers worldwide.
Leading dredging contractors have been working with Straatman for decades, not by coincidence, but because of our consistent quality, proven reliability and willingness to think along with every project. Whether for trailing suction hopper dredgers or other specialised dredging vessels, our solutions are built to perform. Today and long into the future.


A practical and committed Team
Straatman’s strength lies in its people. Our team is experienced, dedicated and easy to work with. We know dredging, we understand the challenges on board, and we think along with our clients to find workable solutions. With short communication lines and a hands-on approach, we support projects from engineering to delivery and service, focused on quality, reliability and getting the job done right.
As we continue to grow, we are always looking for people to join our team.
Frequently asked questions
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