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Press release 20 August 2012

IHC Merwede launches a series of small hopper
dredgers known as Easydredge

IHC Merwede has launched a new budget range of small hopper dredgers under the name of
Easydredge. This is in response to the increasing global demand for smaller dredgers. The
sophisticated design, standardised components and smart production choices make the
easydredge vessel an extremely cost-effective concept with a short delivery time. The
Easydredge series bridges the gap between the existing line-up of IHC Beagle standard hopper
dredgers and the standard IHC Beaver

cutter suction dredgers.

Available in three sizes (Easydredge 1300, 2300 and 3300), the new vessels are tailor-made
using option packages and can provide a solution for any situation. The Easydredge can be
used optimally for maintenance dredging, land reclamation, and the extraction of sand and
gravel at sea. The option packages can also be added later to the ship, making it a highly
flexible concept. The vessels are produced using the IHC Merwede network of partner sites or
on a local-for-locaol basis.

The Easydredge range incorporates the latest technology and engines to ensure green
propulsion and durability. This reduces fuel consumption and will help the dredging market to
meet increasingly stringent environmental regulations. The Easydredge vessels already comply
with the requested requiredments for 2016 (Tier 4) and are suitable for unrestricted navigation.

Bram Roelse, Director of the IHC Merwede Dredging Division, says: The Easydredge concept
underlines IHC Merwedes reputation as the technology innovator. With this new series,
IHC Merwede broadens its range of dredgers with an extremely efficient solution and provides a
complete range, from the smallest IHC Beaver

to the largest hopper dredger.

The Easydredge vessels can been seen at the SMM exhibition on the IHC Merwede stand in
hall B4, EG 201.

Additional features

Easydredge 1300 2300 3300
Length overall 73m 84.95m 97m
Breadth 14.6m 16m 16.5m
Depth 5.5m 6.6m 7.9m
Draught 4.6m 5.5m 6.3m
Speed 11kn 12.5kn 13kn
Dredging depth 12-20m 15-25m 15-40m
Suction pipe diameter 500-600mm 700mm 700-800mm
Tons deadweight 2,200mt 4,100mt 5,600mt
Hopper capacity 1,300-1,600m
3
2,300-2,800m
3
3,300-3,700m
3

Daytime accommodation 6-14 people 8-15 people 8-15 people






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Company profile IHC Merwede

IHC Merwede is focussed on the continuous development of design and construction activities
for the specialist maritime sector. It is the global market leader for efficient dredging and mining
vessels and equipment with vast experience accumulated over decades and a reliable
supplier of custom-built ships and supplies for offshore construction.

IHC Merwede has in-house expertise for engineering and manufacturing innovative vessels and
advanced equipment, as well as providing life-cycle support. Its integrated systematic approach
has helped to develop optimum product performance and long-term business partnerships.
The companys broad customer base includes dredging operators, oil and gas corporations,
offshore contractors and government authorities.

IHC Merwede has over 3,000 employees based at various locations in The Netherlands, Brazil,
China, Croatia, France, India, Malaysia, the Middle East, Nigeria, Singapore, Slovakia, South
Africa, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Technological innovation will remain the companys underlying strength through its continuous
investment in research and development. Moreover, it helps to safeguard a sustainable
environment.

Note for the editors, not for publication:
For more information please contact:

IHC Merwede Holding B.V.
Ms K. J ansen
PR and Communication Manager
T +31 184 43 61 78
M +31 62 321 22 55
ka.jansen@ihcmerwede.com

The press release and photo will be available on our website, www.ihcmerwede.com