lobal Marine Systems Limited’s vessel Cable Innovator has recently left Damen Shiprepair Dunkerque (part of Damen Shiprepair & Conversion) after extensive work including the installation of a ballast water treatment system and a 5-year survey. Global Marine Systems has been active on the cable-laying market since the industry’s earliest days and offers its clients 160 years of experience in the sector.
Global Marine has worked with Damen previously when its vessel, Wave Sentinel, went through a scope of work at the company’s Brest yard. This time around, Global Marine initially considered sending the Cable Innovator to Damen Shiprepair Amsterdam, however, as this yard was filled to capacity, Dunkirk proved a more convenient option. Damen Area Manager Edwin Ruppert says this is the benefit of having 15 yards, 11 of which are located on the European coastline. “With yards covering the entire European coast, from the English Channel to the Baltic, we are always able to accommodate our clients.”
Multi-role vessel
Cable Innovator is a multi-role vessel able to serve both energy and telecommunications sectors as well as facilitate scientific research. “The vessel is unique,” said Mr Ruppert. “She is one of the largest cable layers in the world and has a very good track record. In anticipation of the forthcoming IMO Ballast Water Convention, we have outfitted the vessel with a ballast water treatment system.”
