Ulstein Design & & Solutions has actually authorized an agreement with Turkey’s Tersan Shipyard for 2 methanol-fuelled ULSTEIN SX216 Construction Service Operating Vessel (CSOV) styles.
The vessels will certainly be created for the Dutch business Acta Marine and also will certainly be number 3 and also 4 with the double X-STERN service in the Acta Marine fleet.
The SX216 vessel collection has a size of 89,9 m, a beam of light of 19,2 m and also suits approximately 135 POB. It has a walk-to-work (W2W) motion-compensated gangway for risk-free employees transfer to the generators, a 3D-motion-compensated crane for freight transfer, and also it can bring a little girl craft for in-farm transfers.
The ship proprietor Acta Marine has actually currently authorized a lasting agreement for a 12-year basis with RWE for both vessels to sustain North Sea overseas wind ranches.
The vessels are anticipated to start procedure from the Port of Grimsby in very early 2025 and also 2026.
DOUBLE X-STERN
The DOUBLE X-STERN vessels have 2 sterns and also 2 primary prop systems at each end.
“Placing either end towards the weather results in excellent operability without limitation on vessel speed. The TWIN X-STERN solution leads to improved fuel efficiency whilst reducing the motions, which is important for technicians who need quality rest to perform safe operations,” Ulstein discussed.
According to Ulstein, the double X-STERN provides bigger adaptability pertaining to the selection of prop kind, a bi-symmetric hull form and also propulsion arrangement with less propulsion systems is feasible.
The hybrid power service in these vessels, with eco-friendly methanol meant as the primary power resource, has actually dual-fuel engines sustained by a battery bundle.
“The system integration allows the most fuel-efficient modes of operation. Combining the fuel-efficient TWIN X-STERN and the dual-fuel methanol/diesel power generators will help reduce the emissions in offshore wind farm operations,” Ulstein stated.
“We are excited to announce the order of two more Ulstein-designed SX216 SOVs,” stated Rob Boer, Managing Director of Acta Marine. “These vessels represent the culmination of extensive research by Acta Marine in combination with Ulstein’s engineering excellence. With the vessel’s advanced features and cutting-edge technology, they will play a pivotal role in supporting the TK and Sofia projects for RWE, providing efficient and reliable services while minimizing environmental impact.”
