Samsung books windfarm installation vessel

The vessel is scheduled to be delivered in June 2012. The agreement with Samsung further provides for an optional second vessel for delivery in 2013. The Swire Blue Ocean vessel design is said to offer an advanced specification focusing on safety, efficiency and reliability. The vessel offers a significantly improved operating weather window, crane capability of 1200 tonne SWL, DP2 station keeping, a transit speed in excess of 13 knots, single cabin accommodation for 111 people, and the ability to operate in water depths of up to 75m. With a usable deck area in excess of 4,000 m² and a total jackable weight of at least 8,400 tonnes, the design offers flexibility in the carriage and installation of offshore wind foundation and turbines of all types and sizes.

“The Swire Blue Ocean vessel is an important and timely innovation for the industry as it moves into deeper waters and more challenging operations” Lars Blicher, general manager and director of Swire Blue Ocean, commented. “With more than 30 years offshore experience and a strong commitment to safety, Swire comes to the market confident they will deliver the high quality product, performance and service levels that offshore wind customers are looking for.”