Sormec cranes for Nigerian OSV
The M350/EL hydraulic elbow knuckle-boom marine cranes were manufactured for the DeHoop Shipyard built Awaritse Nigeria Ltd vessel Prince Job I, now in operation in Chevron’s Agbami Field.
Santo Sorrentino, chief executive, Sormec, said that the M350/EL crane is particularly popular with offshore vessels as it is compact, reliable, easy to manoeuvre and takes up minimal deck space.
“Building and installing two identical cranes on the same vessel was quite unusual but it gave us the opportunity to further develop our expertise. Attention to detail is key to Sormec’s work. Every welded piece of metal, every bolt, every wire, every detail was rigorously tested,” he said.
He added that the firm helps clients save costs with its short production times and durable, high-performance products which reduce maintenance bills and drive operational efficiency.
The Prince Job I has been designed to fulfil a wide range of offshore operations in the Chevron oilfields. This includes the discharge of pipeline liquids, offshore inspection, maintenance and repair. The flexibility offered by installing two knuckle-boom cranes onboard will be invaluable to its crew.
Sormec manufactures bespoke hydraulic lifting systems for ships, vessels, oil rigs, barges and offshore services. The firm has consistently increased its global market share in the last 25 years by delivering innovative, tailor-made cranes for marine and offshore customers all over the world.
