IADC is proud to announce 14 submissions in the running to receive the Safety Award 2025. The winner will be announced on 18 September 2025.
01 – Boskalis – “NINA safety videos” for international workforce
Boskalis’ “on-the-go” safety training harnesses mobile technology to convey critical safety information directly to workers, regardless of their location on the worksite.
02 – Jan De Nul – Bracket for quick fit pipe connection
Jan De Nul’s bracket design ensures a secure connection between the male and female quick fit connection on landline pipes.
03 – DEME – Zero balancer for hand tools
DEME enhancing safety and reducing operator fatigue with the use of zero balancers.
04 – Penta-Ocean – Innovations working in confined space of double bottom dredging tanks
Penta-Ocean custom designs a multi-user industrial breathing apparatus allowing crew members to work safely within confined space of dredging tanks.
05 – Boskalis – Forward dumping method for articulated dump trucks
Boskalis’ simple yet transformative operational practice that eliminates one of the most persistent safety hazards in land reclamation.
06 – Jan De Nul – Modular sound velocity profile winch
The modular sound velocity profile winch by Jan De Nul that is improving safety on deck for operators.
07 – DEME – Ship specific scaffolding book
DEME’s scaffolding book keeps a record of complex scaffolding setups saving valuable time and ensuring consistent safety standards.
08 – Boskalis – Self-cleaning drag head
Boskalis’ self-cleaning drag head allows obstructions to be dislodged without requiring manual intervention therefore reducing risks to crew.
09 – Jan De Nul – Safe storage of metal plates in workshop
Jan De Nul’s new design for the safe storage of metal plates.
10 – DEME – Remotely operated lifting key
A remotely controlled lifting hook designed by DEME provides a safe and certified tool for lifting cutterheads without the need for workers to work at height.
11 – VAN OORD - Reclamation Pipe Gasket Redesign
Van Oord’s new reclamation pipe gasket design significantly reduces the risk of potential finger injuries.
12 – DEME – Modular pontoon for working in a spud well
DEME’s modular pontoon provides a stable work platform from which to execute works safely in a spud well.
13 – Jan De Nul – Pedestrian crossing lighting system
An innovative pedestrian crossing system by Jan De Nul that utilises lighting to improve safety on dredging and reclamation sites.
14 – DEME – Barge washing pump
DEME’s barge washing pump reduces production delay and eliminates safety risks to crews.