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Innovative equipment on board the Deutsche Offshore C-CSOV fleet

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After a very thorough selection process, Deutsche Offshore (DO) has selected to equip its fleet of Construction and Commissioning Service Operation Vessels (C-CSOV) with SMST's state-of-the art Mission Equipment: The Dutch market leader will supply its modern Telescopic Access Bridge (TAB-L2) gangway system as well as the high performing 50t Offshore Knuckle Boom Crane (KBC-L) with 3D Motion compensating capability.

"Crane and gangway will have the single most important influence on the performance of our vessels of any component on board. Therefore, we have conducted a very careful and thorough selection process for our Mission Equipment. We are thrilled to have SMST as partner to realize the innovative nature of our vessels. SMST will grant us the unique combination of a high performing system, proven to operate reliable, safe and in severe weather conditions," says Johannes Wolters, Managing Director at Deutsche Offshore.

The fully integrated TAB-L2 gangway system will sport the greatest height flexibility in the market, as the tower offers a 18m vertical stroke. Hence, the C-CSOV will be able to offer 100 percent horizontal access as low as 12m and as high as 30m above waterline. The 3t 3D-compensated crane functionality will grant the vessel additional flexibility and redundancy in operation.

In order to maximize efficiency and reliability of the system, Deutsche Offshore has chosen to equip the TAB-L2 with automatic landing functionality and a condition-based monitoring system (CBM). "The gangway we deliver, has been outfitted with the SMST smartTRACKER that enables autonomous positioning and connecting of the gangway. With these features, we ensure optimal flexibility and efficiency for Deutsche Offshore's lifting and W2W operations," says Jochem Tuinstra, Sales Manager at SMST.

The KBC-L has been designed to meet the innovative nature of the C-CSOV: In construction configuration, the crane will have a 50t AHC lift. This will enable the vessels to take on additional tasks in building offshore wind farms compared to other CSOV designs, or take on other work in the offshore energy sector. In 3D motion compensation configuration, the crane will offer the capability to lift 10t to 30m heights with pin point accuracy. This dual-purpose functionality maximizes the flexibility of the entire vessels, ensuring safe transfer of cargo in varying operations. A live collision avoidance system will furthermore support the operators in ensuring safe and reliable operations.

About DO

Launched in 2024, Deutsche Offshore Schifffahrt (DO) is positioning itself as an important player in the rapidly growing offshore energy market. DO acts as commercial manager for four ordered special-purpose vessels, which have been ordered in a joint venture with Schoeller Holdings. These Construction and Commissioning Service Operation Vessels (C-CSOV) are expected to enter service in 2027. The core task of Hamburg-based DO lies in the development of special offshore ships and the commercial operation of these technically sophisticated vessels tailored to the energy market. Technical Management will be contributed by Columbia Energy.

About SMST

SMST is a well-established supplier of equipment to the global offshore industry, with a strong focus on renewable energy. SMST's products provide solutions for the safe and efficient transfer of people and cargo, for drilling, pipelaying and project solutions. SMST currently counts a total of 70 motion compensated gangways delivered and backlogged. Furthermore, 50 cranes of various functions and sizes have been delivered. Through the unique combination of in-house design and engineering expertise, production facilities, testing capacity, worldwide installation and service, SMST delivers high quality engineering and product solutions that are distinctive in the offshore market.

Press contacts:

Deutsche Offshore Schifffahrt:
Cord Schellenberg
Schellenberg & Kirchberg PR
presse@schellenberg-kirchberg-pr.de
Phone: +49 40 59350500

SMST:
Ellen Krijgsman/Marja Westerhof
pr@smst.nl
Phone: +31 (0)512 59 10 00

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