Australia: Incat Crowther Launches 19.5m Catamaran WFSV

Incat Crowther announced the launch of Sure Pride, a 19.5m Catamaran Wind Farm Service Vessel. Built by BLRT Marketex in Estonia, Sure Pride is the first in a series of four such vessels to be delivered to Sure Wind Marine.

Sure Pride is Incat Crowther’s most flexible and capable WFSV yet, with dual work decks and increased capability.

The aft cargo deck accommodates a 10-foot container, and can be serviced by the fitting of a removable crane. Two 10-foot containers are accommodated on the foredeck side by side, or one mounted on the centre of the vessel, giving direct access to parts and equipment for transfer to turbines.

Bow docking with turbines is enhanced with the fitment of a modular bow fendering appendage. This appendage allows quick replacement of worn or damaged fenders, with reduced time out of service. It also allows quick and easy re-configuration for different operations.

Sure Pride also offers class-leading seakeeping and stability. Extensive seakeeping studies were performed on previous Incat Crowther wind farm vessels. The results of these studies have been used to take Incat Crowther’s proven hull form to the next level, resulting in a vessel capable of maintaining operation in seas over 2 metres. Vessels of this calibre are highly sought after in the market place, as the increased number of operating days directly translates to increased profitability.

The main cabin of Sure Pride has suspension seats for 12 technicians, galley, mess and wet rooms located on the main deck. Workstations and a moon pool further increase the operational flexibility of the vessel. Crew cabins in the hulls accommodate four.

Powered by a pair of MTU 8V2000 engines, Sure Pride has a service speed of 26 knots, and a maximum speed of 28 knots. The vessel is classed to DNV’s Wind Farm Service Craft rules, with an R1 service restriction. The vessel will operate under a UK MCA flag.

Incat Crowther is proudly supporting the highly competitive Wind Farm Service Vessel market as it continues to evolve. Incat Crowther is committed to providing robust, stable and flexible vessels.

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Offshore WIND staff, August 24, 2012; Image: incatcrowther