Based on extensive ship design experience over more than 50 years, ICE offers a cost-effective SOV for wind farm maintenance. The robust, dynamically-positioned vessel has a production-friendly hull form and incorporates proven equipment to offer short delivery time and reduce both initial construction and future maintenance costs. An elevator combined with a walk-to-work gangway positioned midships allows safe and convenient transfer of technicians and goods to either side.
The design offers a 370 sqm (3980 sq.ft) warehouse and a 270 sqm (2910 sq.ft) working deck and a high-standard accommodation with single cabins. A total of 8 TEUs can be stored on the two decks. Energy saving features include an ESS, ready for future in-field battery charging of wind-generated electricity to achieve zero pollution.
Design Highlights:
- Standardized, cost-effective vessel design that can be readily adapted to a variety of operational conditions,
- Optimized hull form, using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis for fuel efficiency and favourable motion characteristics,
- Integration of Energy Storage Systems (ESS),
- Safe walk-to-work transfer by 3D motion compensated gangway,
- 3D motion compensated crane for efficient cargo handling,
- Smart container skidding and seafastening system in below deck warehouse,
- Integration of an HVAC system that provides 100% fresh air flow,
- Ship-to-ship transfer capability.
Logistics, Efficiency & Safety:
ICE WS-60-SOV concept combines workshops & storage space, high-comfort accommodation facilities and a transport method in one single design.
High attention has been paid to the vessel arrangement, optimizing the logistics for personnel and cargo transits. A 3D motion compensated gangway in combination with an elevator provide safe and flexible walk-to-work operations and stepless access to the different decks.
Sustainability:
The integrated HVAC system with 100% fresh air ventilation flow (no recirculation) helps reducing the required heating, cooling and humidification demand significantly. Furthermore, the energy storage system helps enhance efficiency and sustainability of operations.
The design is ready to meet future requirements and can be fitted with tailored solutions.
Accommodation:
The concept is offered as a standard 60 POB vessel (WS-60-SOV), or optional 40 POB vessel (WS-40-SOV) with the removal of the C Deck accommodation level. Special attention has been given to the level of comfort for the crew and maintenance personnel on board by reducing noise, vibrations and vessel motion.