These propulsion system are configured for efficient operation
Rolls-Royce has announced a new contract, valued at around 20 million, to design and supply power and propulsion systems for two UT 776 CD supply vessels for Island Offshore.
In addition to the ship design, the order includes a fully integrated diesel-electric power and propulsion system configured for efficient operation, and featuring four Rolls-Royce Bergen engines powering two Azipull thrusters. The ships will feature a DP system, a comprehensive range of deck machinery and a bulk handling system for the safe loading of cargo. The two UT 776 CD vessels will be built by STX OSV at its Brevik shipyard in Norway, with delivery scheduled for 2013.
According to Rolls-Royce, Island Offshore was the first to introduce the UT 776 CD ship, which is designed for versatility, with the main role of transporting supplies to and from offshore oil and gas platforms. These vessels are the ninth and tenth ordered by the operator to date.
Jorn Heltne, Rolls-Royce, director – offshore ship design, said: “We are delighted that Island Offshore has again turned to Rolls-Royce to provide an integrated design, power and propulsion solution for their platform supply vessels, particularly as the decision is based on the successful operation of vessels in their existing fleet.”
Source: The Motorship
