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Seabed Constructor
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| History | |
|---|---|
| Name |
|
| Owner | Olympic Ship Swire Seabed |
| Operator | Ocean Infinity |
| Port of registry | Bergen, |
| Builder | Kleven Verft AS |
| Launched | 2013 |
| Completed | 2014 |
| Identification | IMO number: 9682148 |
| Status | Operational |
| General characteristics | |
| Class & type | MT6022 MK II subsea support and construction vessel |
| Tonnage | |
| Length | 115.4 m (379 ft) |
| Beam | 22 m (72 ft) |
| Draught | 7.135 m (23.41 ft) |
| Decks | 7 |
| Ice class | ICE-C |
| Installed power | 5 x Caterpillar 2230 ekW |
| Propulsion | Electric |
| Speed | 12.5 kn (23.2 km/h; 14.4 mph) service 16 kn (30 km/h; 18 mph) max |
Seabed Constructor is a multipurpose offshore vessel owned by Swire Seabed and contracted since December 2016 to British-owned hydrographic survey company Ocean Infinity, based in Houston, Texas, United States.[1][2] Previously known as Olympic Athene and originally Olympic Boa, the ship was launched in 2013 and is flagged in Norway.[3] The ship is designed to conduct geophysical and geotechnical surveys of the seabed, support the construction or demolition of underwater structures, conduct trenching and excavation operations, and serve as a ROV platform for the company's autonomous underwater vehicles and unmanned surface vehicles. The ship is 114 metres (374 ft) in length, with a 22 metres (72 ft) beam, a gross tonnage of 7,883, and deadweight tonnage of 6,480 metric tons. Its maximum speed is 14.1 knots (26.1 km/h; 16.2 mph).[4]
Seabed Constructor participated in the search for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370.[5][6] It was operated by Ocean Infinity on a 90-day search contract for the missing aircraft; the mission ended unsuccessfully in mid-June 2018.[7]
Seabed Constructor was then contracted by the Argentine Navy to search for the missing submarine ARA San Juan. On 17 November 2018, Seabed Constructor found San Juan a year and two days after the submarine's disappearance. The submarine lies on the seabed at a depth of 920 metres (3,020 ft) below sea level.[8]
On 22 July 2019, the French government announced that drones launched from Seabed Constructor had found the French submarine Minerve, lost at sea in 1968.[9]
On 4 December 2019, search teams from Seabed Constructor located the wreckage of SMS Scharnhorst, the flagship of the German Empire's East Asia Squadron during World War I, at a depth of 1,610 m (5,280 ft), some 98 nmi (181 km; 113 mi) southeast of the Falkland Islands.[10]
References
[edit]- ^ "Swire Seabed Secures Work for Its New Subsea Vessel". Subseaworldnews.com. 7 December 2016. Retrieved 8 January 2018.
- ^ Kleinman, Mark (27 January 2018). "Revealed: City tycoon funds 'final' search for doomed MH370". Sky News. Sky UK. Retrieved 18 November 2018.
- ^ "9682148". Miramar Ship Index. Retrieved 14 November 2018.
- ^ "Vessel details for: SEABED CONSTRUCTOR (Offshore Supply Ship) - IMO 9682148, MMSI 257224000, Call Sign LFIP3 Registered in Norway - AIS Marine Traffic". MarineTraffic.com.
- ^ "Seabed Constructor - Swire Seabed". Swireseabed.com. Archived from the original on 14 February 2018. Retrieved 8 January 2018.
- ^ "'Underwater drones' to probe seabed for lost plane". News.com.au. Retrieved 8 January 2018.
- ^ "US team extends ocean search mission after failing to find MH370". South China Morning Post. 2 May 2018.
- ^ "Argentina submarine: ARA San Juan found". BBC.com. 17 November 2018. Retrieved 7 July 2020.
- ^ "Tweet of Florence Parly, Ministre de la Défense". twitter.com. Retrieved 22 July 2019.
- ^ "German WWI wreck Scharnhorst discovered off Falklands". BBC News. 5 December 2019. Retrieved 5 December 2019.
Seabed Constructor
View on GrokipediaDesign and construction
Design features
The Seabed Constructor serves as a multi-purpose offshore construction vessel, utilizing the MT6022 MK II design developed by Marin Teknikk, to perform geophysical and geotechnical seabed surveys, support the installation or removal of underwater structures, trenching operations, and remotely operated vehicle (ROV) tasks.[12][13] This design emphasizes versatility for subsea support in the offshore energy sector, including survey, construction, and intervention activities.[14] Key architectural elements include a DP2 dynamic positioning system for accurate station-keeping without anchors, an ICE-C ice-class hull suitable for harsh offshore environments, five decks for operational efficiency, and a helideck certified for Sikorsky S-92 helicopters to facilitate crew and equipment transport.[15][3] The modular deck layout enhances adaptability, allowing reconfiguration for diverse subsea missions such as ROV deployment and crane handling.[14] Influenced by requirements for advanced subsea engineering, the vessel supports ultra-deepwater operations down to 6,000 meters, incorporating enhanced stability measures and active heave compensation in its crane and ROV systems to maintain precision in dynamic sea conditions.[1][15] Constructed by Kleven Verft AS in Norway, the overall layout accommodates up to 102 personnel, ensuring comprehensive support for extended offshore deployments.[13]Construction and delivery
The Seabed Constructor, originally ordered in June 2012 under the design MT6022 MK II, had its keel laid down in 2013 at the Kleven Verft AS shipyard in Ulsteinvik, Norway.[3] Construction progressed through the year, with the vessel launched in late 2013 to facilitate outfitting. A key milestone during this phase was the integration of specialized subsea support systems, including the installation of a 250-tonne active heave compensated crane and remotely operated vehicle (ROV) handling equipment in the moonpool area, ensuring the vessel's capabilities for offshore construction tasks.[16] The vessel was christened as Olympic Boa during a naming ceremony at the Kleven Verft shipyard on March 29, 2014.[16] Following final outfitting and sea trials, it was completed in April 2014.[17] Delivery to the original owner, Olympic Shipping AS, occurred in early April 2014, with the vessel entering service under the Norwegian flag via the Norwegian International Ship Register (NIS) and port of registry in Bergen.[18] At the time, Olympic Shipping operated independently, though it later became part of Solstad Shipping following a 2017 merger.[19]Specifications
Dimensions and capacity
The Seabed Constructor measures 115.4 meters (379 feet) in overall length, with a beam of 22 meters (72 feet) and a maximum draught of 7.12 meters (23.4 feet).[20][21] These dimensions provide the vessel with a stable platform for subsea operations in offshore environments. The ship's gross tonnage is 7,883, while its deadweight tonnage stands at 6,480 metric tons, reflecting its capacity to carry substantial equipment and supplies without compromising structural integrity.[20] In terms of operational capacity, the vessel features a clear deck area of 1,300 square meters, designed to accommodate heavy subsea gear and support extended missions.[20][21] It provides accommodation for up to 102 personnel, including crew and technical staff, in comfortable offshore-rated quarters. Fuel oil capacity is approximately 1,750 cubic meters, and freshwater capacity is around 1,250 cubic meters, enabling prolonged autonomy at sea for demanding survey and construction tasks.[20] The Seabed Constructor holds an ICE-C classification from DNV, indicating a hull strengthened for navigation in light ice conditions without icebreaking capabilities, which enhances its versatility in polar and sub-polar regions while prioritizing efficiency in open waters.[20]| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Length overall | 115.4 m (379 ft) |
| Beam | 22 m (72 ft) |
| Draught (max) | 7.12 m (23.4 ft) |
| Gross tonnage | 7,883 |
| Deadweight tonnage | 6,480 t |
| Deck area | 1,300 m² |
| Accommodation | 102 persons |
| Fuel oil capacity | ~1,750 m³ |
| Freshwater capacity | ~1,250 m³ |
| Ice class | ICE-C |
