News | 2023

Season's Greetings

Season's Greetings

22 Dec. 2023

Dear Customers, Dear Business Partners, Dear Friends, The ABC technology group wants to thank you for your confidence in our products and services. Together with you we continue our journey...

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Port of Antwerp-Bruges & CMB.TECH launch the Hydrotug 1, world’s first hydrogen-powered tugboat

Port of Antwerp-Bruges & CMB.TECH launch the Hydrotug 1, world’s first hydrogen-powered tugboat

12 Dec. 2023

Port of Antwerp-Bruges and CMB.TECH announce today a world first: the Hydrotug 1, the first hydrogen-powered tugboat, is ready for operation in the Antwerp port area. This ground-breaking development will...

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Relive ABC's Presence at Europort Rotterdam: Watch the After Movie!

Relive ABC's Presence at Europort Rotterdam: Watch the After Movie!

04 Dec. 2023

Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) had a great time at Europort Rotterdam! Relive ABC's participation in this maritime fair through an after movie.

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Watch the Launch of the Multifuel Evolve 6EL23 at Europort 2023

Watch the Launch of the Multifuel Evolve 6EL23 at Europort 2023

22 Nov. 2023

ABC had an exciting time at Europort Rotterdam! Just two weeks ago, Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) unveiled the Evolve 6EL23, the third addition to our innovative Evolve range. 🚀 ▶️...

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LR awards Type Approval to BeHydro for its hydrogen dual-fuel engine

LR awards Type Approval to BeHydro for its hydrogen dual-fuel engine

15 Nov. 2023

The Type Approval is the first ever for a hydrogen engine with dual-fuel capabilities.

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ABC Unveils Innovative Evolve 6EL23 at Europort Rotterdam

ABC Unveils Innovative Evolve 6EL23 at Europort Rotterdam

07 Nov. 2023

Today, Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) unveiled the innovative Evolve 6EL23, the third engine model from the groundbreaking Evolve engine platform at Europort Rotterdam. This multi-fuel, 6-cylinder medium-speed engine embraces the...

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Sneak Preview: New Evolve Engine at Europort 2023

Sneak Preview: New Evolve Engine at Europort 2023

03 Nov. 2023

With Europort just around the corner, Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) offers an exclusive sneak preview of the innovative Evolve engine set to launch in Rotterdam. The unveiling of this future-proof...

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ABC announces World Premiere at Europort

ABC announces World Premiere at Europort

26 Oct. 2023

Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) is delighted to announce its upcoming debut of a new member within the Evolve engine family at Europort, the biennial international maritime technology and shipbuilding event...

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ABC: Manufacturer of emergency generators at the World Nuclear Exhibition

ABC: Manufacturer of emergency generators at the World Nuclear Exhibition

23 Oct. 2023

Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) is pleased to announce its participation at the World Nuclear Exhibition (WNE), a leading civil nuclear exhibition taking place in Paris, France, from November 28th to...

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Ares, god of war… now in tug format!

Ares, god of war… now in tug format!

16 Oct. 2023

Adria-Tow’s newest 75 T bollard pull tugboat was christened at the end of last week at the Port of Koper (Slovenia).

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ABC Wins Contract to Supply Engines for 10 New Suez Canal Tugboats

ABC Wins Contract to Supply Engines for 10 New Suez Canal Tugboats

26 Sep. 2023

Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) is delighted to announce that it has been awarded a contract by South Red Sea Shipyard (SRSS) to supply the power systems for ten new tugboats...

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Navigating Excellence: ABC's Participation at Europort 2023

Navigating Excellence: ABC's Participation at Europort 2023

22 Sep. 2023

Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) is delighted to announce its participation at Europort 2023, a premier international maritime exhibition held in the dynamic port city of Rotterdam. We invite you to...

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Unveiling the Magic: Behind the Scenes of Our Engine Manufacturing

Unveiling the Magic: Behind the Scenes of Our Engine Manufacturing

18 Sep. 2023

With more than 110 years of international experience in engine production, ABC has exceptional expertise and competence. Our passionate employees give their best every day to build the highest-quality engines.

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ABC Secures Another Contract with Hav Design for Esvagt's Second SOV Vessel with Dual Fuel Methanol Engines

ABC Secures Another Contract with Hav Design for Esvagt's Second SOV Vessel with Dual Fuel Methanol Engines

28 Aug. 2023

Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) is thrilled to announce that it has signed an additional contract with Hav Design from Fosnavåg (Norway) for Esvagt's second state-of-the-art Service Operation Vessel (SOV) at...

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Nuclear Safety: ABC Achieves ISO 19443 Certification

Nuclear Safety: ABC Achieves ISO 19443 Certification

08 Aug. 2023

Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) is thrilled to announce that it has received ISO 19443 certification from Bureau Veritas. This certification underscores our dedication and ability to consistently supplying products and...

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Unleash the Potential: Explore ABC’s Methanol Dual Fuel Engines!

Unleash the Potential: Explore ABC’s Methanol Dual Fuel Engines!

14 Jul. 2023

Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) recently introduced a new range of methanol dual fuel engines. These medium-speed DZD MeOH engines develop up to 3,536 kW (4,810 HP) per engine and are...

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ABC maximises roof capacity with 3,500 solar panels

ABC maximises roof capacity with 3,500 solar panels

03 Jul. 2023

Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) recently invested in additional solar panels at its site in Ghent, reaching the maximum PV capacity on the roofs of the 9 production halls. Thanks to...

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Lorraine Hooks: Mike Hooks' New Cutter Suction Dredger Embarks on a Sustainable Journey

Lorraine Hooks: Mike Hooks' New Cutter Suction Dredger Embarks on a Sustainable Journey

23 Jun. 2023

The christening of the Lorraine Hooks, the new 27” Cutter Suction Dredger (CSD) of dredging company Mike Hooks, took place last week at Mike Hooks headquarters in Westlake, Louisiana.

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CEO Tim Berckmoes on innovation and the importance of hydrogen in a carbon-free society

CEO Tim Berckmoes on innovation and the importance of hydrogen in a carbon-free society

22 Jun. 2023

Our CEO, ir. Tim Berckmoes, recently collaborated on a cover story of the Voka magazine "Ondernemers" that has just been published. Together with North Sea Port, the article discusses, among...

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Engineer Luc Mattheeuws receives Best Paper Award at CIMAC 2023 in Busan, Korea

Engineer Luc Mattheeuws receives Best Paper Award at CIMAC 2023 in Busan, Korea

16 Jun. 2023

Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) is delighted to announce that Luc Mattheeuws, Development Engineer at ABC, has received the Best Paper Award at the World Combustion Engines Congress of CIMAC in...

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FROG delegation visits ABC

FROG delegation visits ABC

14 Jun. 2023

Anglo Belgian Corporation had the pleasure to welcome a delegation of FROG (Framatome Reactors Owners Group) from 6 different countries for a factory visit at its production site in Ghent, Belgium.

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ABC's Tree of the Future Inaugurated

ABC's Tree of the Future Inaugurated

03 Jun. 2023

A tree of the future, named after Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC), was inaugurated today at the Claeys-Bouüaert Park playground in Mariakerke (Ghent, Belgium). ABC received this award when it was...

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ABC Celebrates Success: 40 Engineers Graduate from Cutting-Edge Hydrogen Training Course at Ghent University

ABC Celebrates Success: 40 Engineers Graduate from Cutting-Edge Hydrogen Training Course at Ghent University

02 Jun. 2023

Yesterday, Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) welcomed 40 engineers who attended the training course "Hydrogen: a crucial puzzle piece in the energy transition" at Ghent University.

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Come and discover ABC’s dual fuel methanol engines at Nor-Shipping

Come and discover ABC’s dual fuel methanol engines at Nor-Shipping

01 Jun. 2023

From 6 to 9 June, Lillestrøm will once again host Nor-Shipping, a prominent shipping exhibition that provides a comprehensive platform for the global maritime industry. Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) will...

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Carbon neutrality through simplicity: discover ABC’s dual fuel methanol engines

Carbon neutrality through simplicity: discover ABC’s dual fuel methanol engines

24 May. 2023

Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) is thrilled to announce that it has developed an extended range of dual fuel methanol engines. These medium-speed DZD MeOH engines, based on the DZ engine...

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Come and visit us at Maritime Industry 2023!

Come and visit us at Maritime Industry 2023!

16 May. 2023

On 23, 24 and 25 May 2023, inland shipping will once again gather in Evenementenhal Gorinchem. This year, Maritime Industry has three theme days; each exhibition day is dedicated to a different theme.

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Throwback to last Sunday's Open Day event

Throwback to last Sunday's Open Day event

12 May. 2023

Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) looks back on a very successful Open Day event and would like to express our gratitude to the numerous visitors who showed great interest in our...

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F/V Patagonia Queen on its way to Argentina

F/V Patagonia Queen on its way to Argentina

05 May. 2023

Introducing the F/V Patagonia Queen, the latest marvel to hit the high seas! Built by the masterful craftsmen at Astilleros Armon (Spain), this state-of-the-art fishing trawler is now en route...

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Research Vessel Anna Weber-van Bosse to be equipped with ABC gensets

Research Vessel Anna Weber-van Bosse to be equipped with ABC gensets

27 Apr. 2023

We're thrilled to share the news that ABC Engines has signed a contract with Armon Shipyards (Navia, Spain) for the delivery of a 6- and 8-cylinder DZC generating set that...

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Visit ABC during the open day of Sunday 7 May!

Visit ABC during the open day of Sunday 7 May!

19 Apr. 2023

On Sunday 7 May, during the Flemish Port Day, ABC will open its doors to the public! This year's theme is 'innovation and sustainability’.

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Many opportunities for hydrogen in heavy-duty mobility in the "Meuse-Rhine" region!

Many opportunities for hydrogen in heavy-duty mobility in the "Meuse-Rhine" region!

18 Apr. 2023

The event ‘The future of the H2 economy and the position of H2 in heavy-duty mobility’ took place today at the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps (Belgium).

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New polar cruise ship Scenic Eclipse II leaves Croatia for maiden voyage to Lisbon

New polar cruise ship Scenic Eclipse II leaves Croatia for maiden voyage to Lisbon

12 Apr. 2023

After less than eight months from the launching in June 2022, the new polar cruise ship of Scenic group, m/v Scenic Eclipse II has sailed away, from shipyard 3.maj in...

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Watch Terzake's interview with our CEO Tim Berckmoes on the EU Green Deal Industrial Plan

Watch Terzake's interview with our CEO Tim Berckmoes on the EU Green Deal Industrial Plan

06 Apr. 2023

Anglo Belgian Corporation welcomed a TV crew from VRT NWS, the national public-service broadcaster for the Flemish Community of Belgium, for an interview with our CEO ir. Tim Berckmoes on...

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M/S Gollenes: brand-new pelagic trawler with 6DL36 engine christened in Denmark

M/S Gollenes: brand-new pelagic trawler with 6DL36 engine christened in Denmark

01 Apr. 2023

Karstensens Skibsværft A/S in Skagen, Denmark, hosted today the christening of M/S Gollenes, a brand-new pelagic trawler equipped with an efficient and powerful 6DL36 medium speed engine.

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21 ABC pump sets heading to Africa for WAPCO Project

21 ABC pump sets heading to Africa for WAPCO Project

21 Mar. 2023

Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) announced today that the 21 pumping sets, which will be used for transporting crude oil from the Agadem oil field in Niger to the Benin port...

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Infrabel delegation visits ABC factory

Infrabel delegation visits ABC factory

10 Mar. 2023

Anglo Belgian Corporation had the pleasure of welcoming a delegation from Infrabel at its factory in Ghent to present and show the innovative EVOLVE 4EL23 engine.

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Antwerp Maritime Academy inaugurates ABC generator set

Antwerp Maritime Academy inaugurates ABC generator set

08 Mar. 2023

An ABC 6-cylinder generator set was inaugurated today at the Antwerp Maritime Academy. This new generator set, donated by Anglo Belgian Corporation, allows the students of the Marine Academy to...

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First of four 6DL36 engines leave ABC for DEME Group’s state-of-the-art Fallpipe vessel

First of four 6DL36 engines leave ABC for DEME Group’s state-of-the-art Fallpipe vessel

23 Feb. 2023

It’s a wrap… The first of four 6DL36 methanol-prepared engines has left the ABC factory in Ghent for a state-of-the-art Fallpipe vessel of DEME Group, a world leader in the...

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Fishermen ahoy! Visit ABC at the Irish Skipper Expo

Fishermen ahoy! Visit ABC at the Irish Skipper Expo

14 Feb. 2023

Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) looks forward to welcoming you on its stand at the Irish Skipper Expo in the UL Sports Arena in Limerick on 24 and 25 February 2023!

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ABC signs contract with FRERK Aggregatebau GmbH for 7 medium speed power generating sets for Germany

ABC signs contract with FRERK Aggregatebau GmbH for 7 medium speed power generating sets for Germany

10 Feb. 2023

Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) today announced to have signed a contract with FRERK Aggregatebau GmbH from Schweringen, Germany, to supply seven +5000 HP V16 engine powered generating sets. These medium...

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EVOLVE 4EL23 receives Henry van de Velde Silver Award 2023

EVOLVE 4EL23 receives Henry van de Velde Silver Award 2023

08 Feb. 2023

Last night, at the prestigious Henry van de Velde Awards 2023 ceremony, the EVOLVE 4EL23 engine was honoured! From hundreds of entries spread over 9 categories, the professional jury awarded...

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ABC on board the Neoliner: an innovative sailing cargo ship!

ABC on board the Neoliner: an innovative sailing cargo ship!

18 Jan. 2023

Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) is pleased to announce that the Neoliner, the innovative sailing cargo ship of NEOLINE, whose construction was officially announced today in Nantes, will also be equipped...

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Visit us at NAVDEX 2023

Visit us at NAVDEX 2023

11 Jan. 2023

NAVDEX 2023: The region’s leading naval defence and maritime security event NAVDEX is held alongside IDEX, the International Defence Exhibition and Conference and features a purpose built exhibition hall, ADNEC...

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Repeat order for an 8DZC genset in Montserrat

Repeat order for an 8DZC genset in Montserrat

10 Jan. 2023

Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) thanks the authorities of Montserrat in the Caribbean for the repeat order of an 8DZC generator set to provide stable electricity on the island.

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