INNOVATION & NEW TECHNOLOGY FEATURE
LAUNCH OF TWO NEW EXCITING PRODUCTS TO ASSIST IN THE SAFE TRANSFER OF PERSONNEL DURING OFFSHORE WIND FARM OPERATIONS
VESSEL MOTION MONITORING SYSTEM™ (VMMS™) VMMS provides accurate motion monitoring, improves safety during vessel transfer operations and offers impact load measurement combined with additional data logging capability.
ECO-FENDER™ Eco-Fender™ provides enhanced turbine transfer performance and safety. High quality, in-house developed solutions using the proven technologies and capabilities of companies within James Fisher and Sons plc – developments that
An accurate motion monitoring system can increase the operational window considerably during critical operations by allowing the user to monitor all motion parameters rather than relying on significant wave height as the main limiting factor.
IMPROVES SAFETY LEVELS The VMMS™ can significantly improve safety levels during critical operations and can also be used as a dedicated health and safety tool, as it collects data for statistical purposes as well as accident investigations. When transporting personnel from shore to the work site (or between work sites) the motion trend displays can be used by the master to quantify vessel motions, enabling more effective changes in course and speed to be made to mitigate against seasickness.
During docking operations and the offloading of personnel, the displays can be used to monitor heave levels and provide warning to the master when pre- set danger limits are about to be reached. All transfers can then be halted until conditions improve in order to safeguard personnel and avoid damage to vessels or equipment.
further underscore the commitment they give to the offshore wind sector
Fendercare Marine and Strainstall, members of James Fisher and Sons plc, in conjunction with Maritime International have launched these two new exciting products both specifically targeted to assist in the safe transfer of personnel during offshore wind farm operations.
VMMS VMMS will provide accurate motion monitoring during wind turbine transfer operations offshore. Vessel motion is the main safety factor when transferring personnel from shore to wind farm & turbines.
“The VMMS™ system marks a significant step forward in the development of our marine services business, demonstrating that we have the scale, technology, expertise and reach to deliver value added solutions to the offshore wind sector,” said Fendercare Business Development Director Martin Dronfield. “Moreover, it also exemplifies the unique and innovative approach of James Fisher and Sons based on over 165 years as a vessel owner and operator and leading provider of marine services worldwide”
ECO-FENDER The new Eco Fender™ range has been designed with Maritime International specifically with one aim – to enhance the operational ability of wind farm access vessels. By substantially increasing the grip levels between the vessel bow fender and turbine fender tubes, the Eco- Fender™ promises to revolutionise crew
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