Rotterdamsche Droogdok Maatschappij, Industrial shipyard in Heijplaat, Rotterdam, Netherlands.
The Rotterdamsche Droogdok Maatschappij was a shipbuilding facility in Rotterdam's harbor with multiple dry docks and building berths. The site included workshops, storage areas, and specialized sections for different types of vessels.
The shipyard began in 1902 as a continuation of the earlier De Maas company and focused on shipbuilding and repair work. It ceased operations in 1996 after decades of industrial activity at this location.
The shipyard embodied Dutch industrial pride in maritime engineering and shaped Rotterdam's identity as a working port city. Craftspeople and engineers labored here daily on vessels that would later travel the world's oceans.
The site is now known as RDM Campus and hosts workshops with modern equipment and traditional craft tools. Visitors can explore the grounds and view some buildings from outside, though certain areas may have limited access.
A specialized section focused on submarine construction, a rare expertise during and after the world wars. The infrastructure for this specialized work was maintained over decades before production finally ended.
Location: Rotterdam
Inception: 1927
Industry: shipbuilding, vehicle construction
GPS coordinates: 0.00000,0.00000
Latest update: December 8, 2025 16:39
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