Offshore company Dong Fang places order for cable-laying system from Huisman
Huisman, a renowned player in the deepwater pipelay market, has signed a contract with Dong Fang Offshore (DFO) for the delivery of a modular 30mt Cable-Lay System. This is Huisman's first foray into the cable-lay system market.
System Design and Flexibility
The system is designed with flexibility in mind, allowing for rapid mobilization across various vessel types. It supports both inter-array and export cable laying, as well as cable repair operations, making it suitable for use with DFO's newbuild Construction Service Operation Vessels (CSOVs) and Offshore Construction Vessels.
Key Features
The system features two 15mt tensioners, a minimum bending radius of 5m, a 50mt A&R winch, and is suitable for cables ranging from 50mm to 500mm in diameter. It also includes an integrated quadrant handling system that eliminates the need for a crane to overboard the quadrant, acting as a joint handling arm during repairs.
Delivery and Operation
The system will be delivered as a single integrated spread with quick connection interfaces, allowing for rapid mobilization without the need for hot work or grillage installation. This setup reduces mobilization costs and commissioning time during project start-up.
Significant Value for DFO's Customers
The deployment of the system is believed to create significant value for DFO's customers, reflecting the company's commitment to innovation and quality in the offshore wind sector.
Background
The contract follows a Letter of Intent signed at the end of 2023, when DFO ordered a 3,000-tonne cable basket from Huisman. DFO's CEO, Polin Chen, stated that the system ensures fit-for-purpose, best-in-class cable installations.
Dong Fang Offshore's Offshore Subsea Construction Vessel Order from Vard
While the specific details of the vessel order from Vard are not detailed in the contract announcement, it is mentioned that the Cable-Lay System is designed to be used with DFO's newbuild Offshore Construction Vessels built by VARD. However, the exact scope or details of the vessel order from Vard are not provided in the available information.
Dong Fang Offshore has ordered four vessels from the Norwegian shipbuilder Vard, including three CSOVs and one offshore subsea construction vessel. The new cable-lay system is expected to be a valuable addition to these vessels, further enhancing DFO's capabilities in the offshore wind sector.
- The cable-lay system's design, which allows for quick mobilization across various vessel types, indicates Huisman's potential expansion into different industries, such as the offshore wind sector.
- The incorporation of key features like the integrated quadrant handling system and the variety of cable sizes supported by the system underscores Huisman's commitment to technological advancement in the finance-driven energy industry.
- With the addition of the new cable-lay system, Dong Fang Offshore (DFO) is set to strengthen their operations in the finite market, particularly in offshore wind, showcasing their dedication to innovation and solidified presence in the finance-dominated offshore industry.
