Swire Blue Ocean has completed works to install an extended crane boom on wind turbine installation vessel Pacific Osprey.
The vessel is now returning to operations and is able to install the latest generation of wind turbines.
SBO chief executive Mikkel Gleerup said: “Pacific Osprey is bringing new force to the offshore wind supply chain and we look forward to seeing her back in operations.
“Our teams have worked hard in partnership with various third parties to upgrade the crane capacity of our vessel, and I am very proud of the high-quality delivery I have seen from everyone who contributed to this upgrade. We look forward to exciting times ahead.”
The work to upgrade the crane was completed on 30 May.
The lift of the boom onto Pacific Osprey was executed on 14 April by NOV with the use of two shore cranes and was followed by the installation of the wires and hooks.
After Pacific Osprey had passed a series of load tests, the final commissioning phase was executed on 8 May and resulted in an updated class approval.
In parallel, NOV performed a complete training of all SBO’s crane operators to ensure they are fully prepared for operation of the new crane.
Towards the end of the project SBO contracted Semco Maritime to install the hook baskets and hook basket supports.
This work required insertion of a steel structure through the vessel’s accommodation. Semco Maritime also elevated the navigation lights to ensure visibility when the new boom is at rest.
SBO marine operations head Kim Tribler said: “We are very happy to see Pacific Osprey completed with her extended crane boom.
“Our contractors and subcontractors have worked with an exceptional level of cooperation throughout the various phases of the installation, and our crew members have provided excellent support to the teams at all times.”