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NORMAND CLIPPER

NORMAND CLIPPER

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Vessel Overview: The M/S Normand Clipper, originally built in 2001 as a cable laying and repair vessel, was converted in 2005 into an offshore construction vessel by Ulstein Verft AS for Solstad Shipping AS, Norway. It is chartered by Clough Ltd. The vessel accommodates up to 102 persons with various cabin configurations and amenities including a cafeteria, conference rooms, hospital, gymnasium, and helideck reception.

Deck Cranes: The vessel is equipped with multiple cranes including an offshore subsea crane with a SWL of 250 t at 14 m and 80 t at 36 m, an offshore crane with a SWL of 25 t at 15 m, and several smaller cranes for provisions and deck operations.

Propulsion and Maneuvering: The vessel features a dynamic positioning system (IMO Class II) with multiple position references and joystick controls. It is powered by diesel-electric machinery with two main generator engines and two electric propulsion motors, providing a speed of approximately 16 knots and a bollard pull of 120 tonnes.

Navigation and Communication: Equipped with advanced navigation and communication systems including ARPA radars, an electronic chart system (ECDIS), AIS, VDR, and a worldwide TV satellite system.

Technical Specifications: The vessel has a length overall of approximately 127.5 m, a breadth of 27.0 m, and a design draught of 7.2 m. It has a deadweight of 10,050 T and a gross tonnage of 11,277 GRT. The work deck area is approximately 1,300 m2 with a deck strength of 10 t/m2.

Auxiliary Equipment: Includes windlasses, mooring winches, tugger winches, and a traction type towing winch with passive heave compensator. The vessel also has a helicopter deck dimensioned for Super Puma AS 332 L2.

Safety and Lifesaving Equipment: The vessel is equipped with two enclosed lifeboats, life rafts for 110 persons, and a MOB boat with a davit.

Electrical Systems: The electrical power plant operates at 6600 Volt AC – 60 Hz, with main and emergency generators, clean power plant, and UPS systems. It includes transformers for ship's load and ROV operations.

ROV Equipment: Features a ROV garage and work decks on both port and starboard sides, facilitating a wide range of offshore operations.

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VS 4125 Pipelaying Construction Crane Vessel M/S «NORMAND CLIPPER» Converted 2005 From: Cable Laying and Repair Vessel To: Offshore Construction Vessel By: Ulstein Verft AS For: Solstad Shipping AS, Norway Chartered by: Clough Ltd.

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M/S "Normand Clipper" was built 2001 as a cable laying and repair vessel with large capa- cities. Two cable laying lines with cable drum engines were mounted. The Vessel is re-designed and re-arranged for the extensive conversion to a Offshore Construction Vessel. The breadth of main hull is increased by 1.8 mtrs. each side by mounting side sponsons. The work deck is reinforced to 10 tonnes/m2 throughout, and the global strength of the hull is increased. Two off passive roll reduction tanks, a anti heeling system , and a moon pool 5.6 X 6.6 mtrs. have been arranged. A hangar for work ROV and...

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