The vessels will be built at DDW-Nanindah shipyard at Batam
in Indonesia and the first unit is targeted for delivery in 18 months time,
followed by the rest every two months. Nanindah is one of the busiest
shipbuilding yards in Asia and is widely recognized for its capabilities.
Each PSV will be constructed to Rolls Royce Marine's design,
UT755CDL, and powered by Diesel Electric Propulsion. They will be 81.55 meters
long, weigh 3,200 tons and will be equipped with a cargo deck measuring 670
square meters.
“We are confident and despite the global downturn we are
modifying and managing change with clear vision, we do believe that our new
horizon will ensure and enhance the sustainability cycle of our business,” said
Khamis Juma Buamim, chairman of Drydocks World and Maritime World.
He added that the contract is recognition of Drydocks
World's capabilities as a resilient ship builder and the international maritime
industry's vote of confidence in our expertise.
"It is a testimony to our proven leadership within the
industry and capability built on strong foundations based on years of
experience in handling diverse projects of varying complexity. We thank
Tidewater Marine LLC for the trust placed in the specialist ship-building
skills of our Nanindah facility and look forward to continued partnership in
the future," he said.
Under the terms of the contract, Tidewater Marine LLC has
the option to place orders for four more PSV units to be built by DDW-Nanindah
on the successful completion of the first four vessels.
The underlying strength of Drydocks World is the engineering
capabilities, which rely on proven processes and best practices within the
industry. All shipyards have access to comprehensive design, drafting and
project management facilities, supported by state-of-the-art hardware and
software and skilled engineering personnel.
Some of the recent vessel deliveries that have highlighted
the heavyweight construction and engineering capability of Drydocks World yards
include Windermere, a subsea operation vessel, and OSA Sampson and OSA Goliath,
two of the world's largest offshore construction vessels for Coastline
Maritime. CSS Derwent, a Compact Semi-submersible subsea operation vessel for
Hallin Marine, is under construction.
