Wagenborg orders a second Barge Master 3D motion compensated crane
Wagenborg has awarded Barge Master with a contract for a second 3D motion compensated crane to be installed on their new walk-to-work vessel the Kasteelborg. The fact that Wagenborg and Shell/Nam have selected Barge Master for an additional BM-T40 motion compensated crane showcases the success of the first one, which was installed on the state-of-the-art Walk-to-Work vessel Kroonborg, the company said in its press release.
The first motion compensated crane on the Kroonborg has increased the workability from approximately 180 to 330 days per year. The Barge Master Crane, as configured for the Kroonborg, makes it possible to continue safe and stable crane operations even in the North Sea’s famously rough conditions. It is able to lift 32 metres above sea level at a reach of up to 20 metres or 15 tonnes at a reach of 10 metres.
The BM-T40 motion compensated crane will be mounted on the 'Kasteelborg' by Royal Niestern Sander. Earlier this year, this shipyard already converted the Kasteelborg from a PSV into a Walk-to-Work Emergency Response & Rescue Vessel for Wagenborg.
The new Walk-to-Work vessel will support offshore operations for the combined NAM and Shell UK business unit at the gas production facilities in the Southern North Sea. It will operate as a stand-by and support vessel for inspection and maintenance of the unmanned platforms in both Dutch and British waters.
