Clarksons snaps up Dutch renewables logistics player DHSS

Clarksons’ port services unit has acquired Dutch offshore renewables integrated logistics services firm DHSS.

DHSS acts as a gateway to offshore wind farms, with services spanning the lifecycle of turbine installation, day-to-day operation and ongoing maintenance with sector-specialist coordination of port logistics, warehousing and helicopter movements from strategically located marshalling ports.

Clarksons said the acquisition of DHSS would provide a step change in Clarkson Port Services’ offering, delivering “significant added value” to existing clients and presenting enhanced growth opportunities through the ability to tender for larger offshore renewables contracts internationally.

DHSS will continue to operate from its Den Helder headquarters and will be integrated within the Clarkson Port Services business forming a 200-strong team.

The shipbroking giant has been expanding its renewables portfolio and most recently appointed Jonathan Lints to head up its US offshore operations to strengthen its presence in the country’s wind market.

Andi Case, Clarksons CEO, said: “Clarksons are committed to continue to invest in renewables and the green transition. The Group already has significant activities in wind and we see it playing a crucial contribution to the energy transition. The DHSS team are well known to the Group and we are confident this acquisition enhances the integrated offering for our clients globally.”