Aker Solutions Finished New Vessel Specs
AMC Connector, a future new-build subsea installation and construction vessel from Aker Solutions, has finalised its vessel specifications. With a total payload capacity of 9 000 t of subsea power cables or umbilicals, the vessel will be well equipped to target the deepwater installation segment. AMC Connector – previously called Aker Connector – will be equipped with two turntables for high voltage power cables or subsea umbilicals.
One of the cables or subsea umbilicals has a 6 000 t capacity on deck and another 3 000 t capacity below deck. With a total product payload of 9 000 t, AMC Connector will be able to take on highly complex and sizeable installation projects. At full payload the 157 x 32 m ship will boost an impressive transit speed of 16 knots. This will make the vessel a highly competitive alternative for installation jobs in remote locations. In addition, the vessel’s design enables her to operate safely and efficiently in higher waves than most other high-end construction vessels. AMC Connector will comfortably operate in significant wave height (Hsig) of 4-5 m, which means that she will have an operating window at the leading edge for installation and construction vessels.
“When she is delivered in the beginning of 2012, AMC Connector will be a fantastic asset to our customers around the world. The unique wave motion characteristics will enable longer installation seasons and increased project execution predictability” , says Svein Haug, president of Aker Marine Contractors, who will operate the vessel.
The vessel will be equipped with two heave-compensated offshore cranes – with 400 and 50 t capacity respectively – that can operate down to
3 000 m water depth. She will have two 3 000 m capacity, remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) onboard and can accommodate 140 people. “AMC Connector is a multi-purpose ship which will be a highly competitive cable and umbilical installation vessel, but is also equipped to perform deepwater construction work as well as other installation jobs” ,adds Haug.