Lorraine Hooks – for Mike Hooks LLC

C-Job completed the concept, basic, and detail design, plus systems integration for the 27-inch cutter section dredger Lorraine Hooks, for US dredging company, Mike Hooks LLC. We collaborated closely with SPI/Mobile Pulley Works (MPW) who constructed the dredge equipment in Alabama, and Southwest Shipyards in Texas, who built the vessel. The Lorraine Hooks was delivered to its owner in 2023.
About the project

Freedom of design creates a modern, efficient dredger

As well as the full design scope, C-Job supported MPW with specifications and mechanical integration for the majority of the dredge equipment and components used on the vessel.

Mike Hooks and MPW gave C-Job a high degree of freedom in developing the vessel design. We repaid their confidence with a modern and efficient dredge design, customized to their requirements, which meets the latest industry standards for safety, comfort, and efficiency.

The design of the Lorraine Hooks was also optimized to align with the production facilities of MPW and Southwest shipyard and operational philosophy of Mike Hooks. The dredge is equipped with an idler barge, a spud carrier system (on the dredge and idler barge), a submerged dredge pump, anchor booms, a cutter service platform, and accommodation for 35 people.

The Lorraine Hooks is a stationary dredge that will operate in brown and blue water and serve the Gulf Coast market of the United States. The vessel demonstrates C-Job’s ability to closely collaborate with suppliers and customers across the world, in order to optimize vessel design.

Lorraine Hooks – for Mike Hooks LLC

Project highlights

State-of-the-art design

A modern and efficient dredge design

Equipment integration

Seamless integration of dredging equipment into the vessel structure

Full project support​

Including design, engineering, and mechanical integration

Lorraine Hooks – for Mike Hooks LLC

Scope of work

Design and engineering for new-build vessels

Engineering works and integrations

Lorraine Hooks – for Mike Hooks LLC

C-Job specialist testimonial

Designing the Lorraine Hooks for Mike Hooks LLC was a testament to what can be achieved through close collaboration and shared vision. By combining our design freedom with their operational insights, we developed a state-of-the-art dredger that meets the highest industry standards. From concept to delivery, this project highlights our ability to deliver tailored solutions.
Marco Lambalk
Dredging Product Specialist

Lorraine Hooks – for Mike Hooks LLC

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