Norwegian aquaculture workboat operator AQS has selected Skagen Ship Consulting and Macduff Ship Design as main contractor and designer for a new 18.5-metre hybrid service vessel for fish farming support services.
The project has already seen significant initial development work by Macduff Ship Design in collaboration with Skagen Ship Consulting and AQS to ensure a bespoke vessel with an arrangement to match the specific operating profile of AQS, alongside flexibility for future aquaculture roles.
Skagen Ship Consulting will be responsible for the delivery of the design and equipment package, with the vessel being built in its entirety at TRX Marine in Yalova, Turkey.
Its design has been developed with several innovations for a vessel of this type including a greener operating profile being a strong focus.
Sustainability, well-being and safety for the crew on board have also been central to the development of the vessel, which is designed for round the clock operations.
Crew accommodation includes a galley, mess and lounge facilities with individual cabins for the four crew and includes a lounge area within the spacious wheelhouse.
The vessel will be equipped with a diesel electric hybrid package developed by Bertel O. Steen Power Solutions with a large battery capacity of 1,156 kWh allowing for extensive zero emission operations.
There will be a hydraulic deck machinery package supplied by SHM Solutions, including two palfinger deck cranes, and a full suite of aquaculture service equipment.
