At the end of June, Damen Shipyards Group, Ampelmann and VEEM hosted a Marine Access Event to present the latest in marine access solutions.
The demonstrations took place on board a Damen Fast Crew Supplier 5009 equipped with an Ampelmann L-type gangway and two VEEM VG 260SD gyro stabilisers.
Embarking at IJmuiden, delegates from both the offshore renewable and non-renewable industries from Europe, the Middle East, South America and Africa took to the waters of the North Sea and experienced the L-type gangway being connected to a wind turbine at Eneco’s Princess Amalia offshore wind farm.
Following the demonstration, this Ampelmann L-type will be shipped directly to Nigeria where it will be installed on another FCS 5009, owned by L.A.T.C. Marine Limited and operating for ExxonMobil.
VEEM Stabilisers
Testing of the VEEM stabilisers proved to be a success with a roll reduction of between 35-40%, combined with the Ampelmann system.
David Stibbe, Damen Business Development Manager, said: 'One of the many interesting features of the event was demonstrating the gyro stabilisers being switched on and off at the push of a button. This enabled guests to appreciate the positive effect they have on the vessel’s roll motion. Looking to the anticipated combination on the next generation of Damen fast crew suppliers, our new FCS 7011 design will feature the larger VEEM VG 1000 SD stabiliser, which will achieve a roll reduction of up to 70% in 2.5 m significant wave heights.'
Watch a video of the Marine Access Event below.
