Customs ship Friesland: Latest weapon for Baltic Sea surveillance!

Customs ship Friesland: Latest weapon for Baltic Sea surveillance!

On November 10, 2025, a special event will be celebrated at the Peene shipyard in Wolgast: the ceremonial handover of the customs ship “Friesland”. This marks the completion of a project that has produced not just this, but a total of three ocean-going customs cruisers this year. The inauguration ceremony will be attended by Federal Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil and the Prime Minister of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Manuela Schwesig. The customs ship “Friesland” is a real “beacon” of modern technology and sustainability.

With a length of 55 meters and made of high-quality aluminum, the “Friesland” is not only light but also robust. It has a lower-emission LNG drive and deserves the “Blue Angel” environmental label. When traveling slowly, for example in the harbor, the “Friesland” can even be operated purely electrically. This innovation represents the shipping industry's growing responsibility to integrate sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions to minimize environmental impacts and meet economic needs. According to an article by manufacturer groups Germany is playing a pioneering role in this context by developing new approaches to reducing emissions and using environmentally friendly materials.

The Peenewerft: A place for innovative shipbuilding technologies

The Peenewerft, where the “Friesland” was built, is a diverse shipbuilding company with a focus on modern materials and technical excellence. The processing of aluminum and thin metal sheets has become particularly established here. In addition to the “Friesland”, patrol boats are also constructed there for international customers. Thanks to a modernized assembly line, the manufacturing processes can be optimized and made more efficient nvl.de reported.

The rescue ship “Rügen”, which was put into service in March, also plays a central role in water surveillance and is currently busy supervising the damaged oil tanker “Eventin”. These multitasking capabilities of the new customs cruisers are crucial to effectively controlling German waters in the North and Baltic Seas.

Sustainability in focus

Sustainability is not just a buzzword, but a central component of current developments in shipbuilding. The shipping industry faces major challenges in minimizing its environmental footprint while maintaining economic requirements. This balancing act is crucial to succeeding in an increasingly environmentally conscious world. Innovative approaches to ship manufacturing rely on the use of renewable energy and energy-efficient operations. Projects such as ship recycling show the importance of recovering materials and reusing components.

In summary, it can be said that the “Friesland” is not only a new customs cruiser, but also a sign of progress in sustainable shipbuilding in Germany. With the combination of modern technology and environmentally friendly solutions, it serves as a role model for future developments in the industry. The Peenewerft not only remains an important location in shipbuilding, but also a partner for innovative sustainability solutions.