This DP 2 UT 755 LN Platform Supply Vessel (PSV), built in 2009 by STX Europe at their Aukra first-class shipyard in Norway, is a highly capable and versatile vessel designed for offshore operations. The vessel is classified by RINA and features a Dynamic Positioning (DP-2) system, ensuring precise station-keeping in challenging conditions. Additionally, it is equipped with a Fire-Fighting Ship 1 system, making it suitable for emergency response operations. With a maximum deadweight (DWT) of 3270 metric tons and a gross tonnage (GRT) of 2180 tons, the vessel is designed to carry substantial cargo loads over long distances.
The vessel has an overall length of 73.6 meters and a beam of 16 meters (moulded), with a depth of 7.6 meters (moulded). The vessel’s draft can range from a minimum of 3.9 meters to a maximum of 5.87 meters, allowing for flexible operations in varying water depths.
Powering the vessel are two main engines, each delivering 2690 brake horsepower (BHP), providing ample power for both transit and dynamic positioning. The vessel is equipped with two bow and two stern thrusters, each with 800 BHP, ensuring excellent manoeuvrability in confined offshore environments. The vessel is also fitted with two 8-ton capstans, a 3-ton deck crane, and two 10-ton tugger winches, allowing it to perform a range of support and supply operations.
The vessel’s deck area spans 702 m², with a deck load capacity of 1600 metric tons and a deck strength of 5 tons per square meter, making it capable of carrying heavy equipment and cargo. Cargo tanks on board include oil-based mud, brine, and base oil, along with dry bulk storage, with a total cargo capacity exceeding 11,300 cubic feet. Additional capabilities include reefer points for temperature-sensitive cargo, providing four 440V and eight 240V power points for refrigeration.
Accommodation is provided for the crew with 10 single cabins and 5 double cabins, ensuring comfort for personnel on extended offshore assignments. There are also additional facilities, including a gym and a hospital, supporting crew welfare.
In terms of communications and navigation, the vessel is fully equipped with GMDSS A3, Inmarsat C, and Furuno radar and navigation systems, including DGPS, Cyscan, and Radascan reference systems, allowing for reliable offshore operation in any weather. For increased maneuverability, the vessel has a joystick system and is supported by three gyros for accurate positioning and navigation.
The vessel also offers advanced cargo discharge rates, with capacities of up to 200 m³/hr for fuel and potable water, as well as up to 75 m³/hr for oil-based mud, brine, and drill water. With a maximum operational speed of 15 knots, the vessel can transport large amounts of cargo efficiently, and its flexible operational range allows it to function effectively in both standby and active working conditions.
Overall, this vessel is designed for versatility and reliability in offshore logistics, with its DP-2 capabilities, cargo handling systems, and safety features positioning it as a valuable asset for offshore and emergency operations.
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