Incat Crowther designs oilfield security vessel
The design order for an offshore commercial oilfield security vessel was placed with Incat Crowther (Illustration: Incat Crowther)
Two vessels to this design are under construction with future orders pending. The vessels are powered by three Caterpillar C32 ACERT engines, each producing 1,450 hp at 2,300 rpm. The propeller-driven vessels will have a maximum speed of 29 knots. Electrical power comes from two Caterpillar C4.4 generators and manoeuvrability is enhanced by a Hydro Armor Type 800 bow thruster. The accommodation arrangement provides space for 8 crew and 14 security personnel in single and double berth cabins. The main deck features three double berth staterooms, two single berth staterooms, two toilet and shower spaces, a medical room, a large galley, a lounge and a separate mess area. Below deck accommodation includes seven double berth cabins, two toilet and shower spaces, a laundry room, a large cooler and storage locker. The wheelhouse provides a helm station with two helm seats, a chart table, a communications desk, and seating for 12 passengers or security personnel. External decks provide space for transport of supplies and positions for weapons installations. The aft portion of the hull is fitted with a well, fixed with a hydraulically operated, articulating transom door, for transport and deployment of an 8 m fast rescue craft. The wheelhouse is constructed of Armox 500T steel with bullet proof windows to provide ballistic protection to NIJ Level III.
