Ship & Boat BuildingPipe/Cable layingRoyal IHC to provide new cable lay system for Boskalis

Royal IHC to provide new cable lay system for Boskalis

Royal IHC is delighted to announce the award of a significant contract from Boskalis for the delivery of an advanced modular cable lay spread (MCLS).  

The state-of-the-art cable lay system will be used for installation of inter-array power cables and its cable protection system (CPS) in offshore windfarms. The system has some advanced features which will provide the client with a marked advantage during normal lay operations. Royal IHC will deliver the entire spread including; elevated cable highway, chutes, working habitats, quadrant handling system, active heave compensated winch, A&R winches and deck winches. This will be delivered with an integrated control system linking between new and client owner-furnished equipment.  

Equipment safety is at the core of all Royal IHC designed equipment and the MCLS will be delivered with a new generation centralised control suit. Carefull consideration has also been brought to the mobilisation of the vessel, adopting a sophisticated modular system which will minimise the effort, timescale and risk traditionally associated with this stage of a campaign.

Royal IHC is proud to be supporting its prestigious client Boskalis in the advancement of the renewable energy industry. This system adds to the company’s extensive track record in the cable lay market and demonstrates our ongoing commitment to the sustainable industries.   

Latest News

The International Institute of Marine Surveying (IIMS), working in collaboration with the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) and the Workboat Association, has announced the publication of the International Workboat Code of Practice, a 122-page guide providing best-practice guidance for the construction, operation and surveying of commercial workboats.

IIMS, IMCA and Workboat Association Launch International Workboat Code of Practice

IIMS, IMCA and the Workboat Association collaborate on a 122-page guide covering vessel safety, operational standards and crew competency for commercial workboats worldwide The International...
The world’s largest battery-electric ship has officially entered commercial passenger service, marking a major milestone for maritime electrification and zero-emission vessel operations. Built by Incat Tasmania for long-standing customer Buquebus, the 130-metre China Zorrilla has completed its maiden commercial voyage between Buenos Aires, Argentina, and Colonia, Uruguay, across the River Plate.

China Zorrilla Begins Electric Ferry Operations

Built for Buquebus to connect Argentina and Uruguay, the China Zorrilla, the world’s largest battery-electric ferry, marks a major milestone in large-scale marine electrification...
Boluda Towage has expanded its Norwegian fleet with the addition of VB NORWEGIAN FALCON, a new tug built by Sanmar Shipyards to support towing, vessel assistance and offshore operations in demanding maritime environments.

Boluda Towage Takes Delivery of VB NORWEGIAN FALCON

Sanmar-built VB NORWEGIAN FALCON features RAstar 3200 SX design, ASD propulsion and more than 6,700 hp Boluda Towage has expanded its Norwegian fleet with the...
SWITCH Maritime has secured a Design Basis Agreement (DBA) from the United States Coast Guard (USCG) for its SWITCH-150 hydrogen fuel cell-electric ferry, marking a key milestone in the development of the 150-passenger vessel. Designed by naval architecture firm Incat Crowther, the SWITCH-150 combines hydrogen fuel cell-electric propulsion with onboard hydrogen storage to support high-frequency ferry operations without compromising service schedules or requiring shoreside charging infrastructure.

SWITCH Hydrogen Ferry Clears Key US Coast Guard Milestone

The US Coast Guard agreement establishes a regulatory framework to guide construction, commissioning and future commercial operation of the hydrogen-powered ferry SWITCH Maritime has secured...

Related news