Siem Industries has ordered two new Offshore Support Vessels (OSV) from China and has selected Huisman as the crane supplier for this project. The contract includes the supply of two 400-ton cranes with deep-sea capabilities and two 50-ton auxiliary cranes.
Project Details and Crane Production
The mentioned cranes will be manufactured at Huisman's production facilities located in Zhangzhou, Fujian Province, China. The 400-ton crane has deep-sea capabilities and can operate at depths of up to 3000 meters. This crane also features a high-lift mode for moving large loads to great heights and a lifting capacity of up to 400 tons in a single-fall configuration.
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David Rudenberg, CEO of Huisman, emphasized that Siem and Huisman have had a strong and sustainable business relationship for several decades. He expressed appreciation for Siem's trust in the company and stated that they expect the cranes to contribute to Siem Shipping's operations and future aspirations.
Vessel Timeline and Dimensions
The two vessels are under construction at the Fujian Mawei Shipyard in Fuzhou, China, and each will be 145 meters long and 27 meters wide. The delivery of these vessels is scheduled for 2029 and 2030. This project represents a new step in the collaboration between Siem Industries and Huisman to meet the needs of the marine and oil and gas industries.
Given the increasing demands of the marine industry and exploratory projects in deep waters, this collaboration could help provide modern and efficient equipment for future operations.
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