SECOND WIND FARM SERVICE VESSEL UNDER CONSTRUCTION AT ARKLOW

Posted on February 20, 2012

A second 20 metre wind farm service vessel is currently under construction at Arklow Marine Services all plating is being fitted at present.

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WFSV “GARDIAN 8″ READY FOR DELIVERY TO U.K.

Posted on February 18, 2012

The first 20 metre wind farm service vessel ever built in Ireland is complete and awaits it’s delivery voyage to the U.K. at the end of the month.

 

WFSV "GARDIAN 8" DURING SEA TRIALS

 

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BANTRY BAY HARBOUR COMMISSIONERS STEEL PONTOON

Posted on February 17, 2012

The 24 metre steel pontoon under consruction for Bantry Bay Harbour Commissioners is currently nearing completion on the fabrication side.

Expected delivery date early Arpril, 2012

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INNOVATIVE WIND FARM SERVICE VESSEL LAUNCHED FOR EXPORT MARKET

Posted on January 24, 2012

A new vessel built specifically to services offshore wind farms in the U.K.  has been launched by Arklow Marine Services.  This 20 metre aluminium catamaran has a top speed of 30 knots.

The vessel was launched by Mr. Nigel Darling of Gardline Shipping Limited.

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Wind Farm Service Vessel “Gardian 8″

Posted on January 19, 2012

The new 20 metre wind farm service vessel is now complete and undergoing sea trials at present.

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CURRENT PROJECTS JANUARY 2012

Posted on January 10, 2012

While the launch of the first 20 metre wind farm service vessel will take place next week a second 20 metre wind farm service vessel is also under construction.  All frames and longitudinal stiffening are being fitted at present.  Delivery date July, 2012.

20M Wind Farm Service Vesel Under Construction January 2012

Also at our Yard we are constructing a 24 metre steel barge.  The steelwork is almost complete and welding is due to commence later this week.

24 Metre Steel Barge Under Construction

 

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LAUNCH OF 20M WFSV VESSEL

Posted on January 10, 2012

On Thursday 12th January, 2012 the first 20 metre Wind Farm Service Vessel will be launched in Arklow.  “Gardian 8″ has been commissioned to service the offshore renewable industry in the U.K.

"Gardian 8" Ready for launch January 2012

Sea trials will take place in Arklow next week and the official launch will be on  Tuesday 24th January, 2012.

 

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Current Contracts November, 2011

Posted on October 21, 2011
  • Currently building a 20m WFSV for Gardline in the UK.  This high speed aluminium vessel is due for delivery in February 2012.
  • A second order for an identical 20m WFSV has also been signed and the building kit is due shortly for delivery with fabrication commencing early in November 2011.  The vessel is scheduled for delivery in July 2012.
  • Bantry Bay Harbour Commissioners recently ordered a  24 x 6 m steel mooring barge.  Construction started in October and delivery is scheduled for April 2012.
  • On the land based side we are currently working at ESB’s Turlough Hill pump storage power generating station where all 4 75MW turbines are been completely overhauled.  Here we are providing skilled personnel & engineering staff to assist with all ancilliary mechanical & engineering works.

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Offshore Support Vessel Design

Posted on October 23, 2009

Arklow Marine Services are pleased to announce their new designs for 17 metre and 21 metre aluminium offshore support catamarans.

Designed to be mechanically reliable, high/medium speed, heavy duty vessels, using the most modern and advanced lightweight construction materials.

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17m Offshore Wind Farm Aluminium Catamaran

Posted on September 23, 2009

To meet current enquiries from the offshore industry we have recently designed a new 17 m vessel to operate during the construction of offshore wind farms and also to meet service requirements when the farm is up and running.

The vessel can carry 12 passengers and 2 crew and are built to DNV, BV or Lloyds classification and also comply on MCA requirements.

Furthermore, these vessels ensure a safe transfer of passengers from the vessel to the access platform on the vertical towers.

For further details please contact us at info@arklowmarine.ie

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