Maersk Supply Service show an illustration of its four new subsea support vessels, due to enter the market no later than 2017.
The vessels are rated for advanced operations in water depths of up to 3000 m. They offer 1925 sq m of free deck space for equipment and cargo, an enlarged moon-pool, a 400-tonne active have compensated energy efficient crane, and 120 single cabins.
Fully diesel electric propulsion, fixed pitch thrusters and main propellers enable the vessels to operate in not only DP2 but also DP3 mode under all conditions, creating the required thrust and without idle loss. The vessels are also equipped with a well-developed back-up system, making safe operation possible under extreme conditions and in rough weather. Specifically the vessels have ERN: 4x99, the highest grading.
Delivery of the first vessel is set for 4Q 2016.
Maersk Drilling recently named its third XL enhanced ultra harsh environment jackup last week.
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