Royal Greenland has officially added its newest vessel, Kaassassuk, to the fleet in Nuuk. At 82.3 metres long, this trawler is the fifth and final ship in a renewal program launched in 2019.
Constructed at Spain’s Astilleros de Murueta shipyard, Kaassassuk is purpose-built for shrimp fishing. However, it is also equipped to target groundfish when required.
Built for Arctic waters
Much like her sister ships, Kaassassuk combines strength and technology. The vessel is capable of landing up to 10,000 tonnes of seafood annually.
Its deck is fitted with heavy-duty winches, state-of-the-art controls, and specialised trawl equipment, designed to keep fishing efficient and crews safe in rough seas.
Automation is central to operations on board. The ship carries four processing lines—one specifically designed for the Japanese market—and three robotic pallet-handling systems. Below deck, two spacious fishrooms together provide capacity for more than 600 pallets of frozen catch.
A long-term commitment
According to operations manager Johan Berthelsen, the new vessel represents more than modern steel and machinery. “Kaassassuk is an investment in Royal Greenland’s future and in the future of Greenlandic fisheries,” he said.
The upgraded fleet is expected to deliver improved working conditions, higher product quality, and long-term stability for the company and its crews.
Power beneath the deck
Driving the trawler is a 7,200 kW MAN main engine, supported by advanced generators to supply energy to the onboard factory. Combined with a modern propeller system, this setup provides both fuel efficiency and dependable performance on Greenland’s challenging fishing grounds.
With the arrival of Kaassassuk, Royal Greenland concludes its significant fleet renewal effort. The company now sails with a younger, more powerful fleet—well prepared for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.