NG-8000X Self-propelled jack-up

Future-proof Wind Turbine Installation

Description

The NG’s are a series of multi-purpose self-propelled jack-ups capable of undertaking autonomous transit and positioning offshore.
The NG-8000X is intended for the future-proof, high end installation works of wind turbines in an economical way.
The NG-8000X is intended for use in water depths of up to 60 m in a harsh North Sea type of environment. This unit is equipped with well-balanced DP2 capability and a VSD driven jacking system, providing a controlled ramp-up / ramp-down, speed & torque control, for frequent, fast and secure jacking operations.
The main feature of the unit is the telescopic leg crane with a capacity of 1,250 t @ 35 m at up to ± 148 m hook height above main deck.

Highlights

  • Autonomous transit and positioning
  • Designed for survival
  • Telescopic leg encircling crane: high capacity - high reach
  • VSD controlled rack & pinion jacking system
  • Fast, secure and controlled jacking and preloading
  • High number of jacking moves
  • Large free deck space
  • Optimized deck coverage and high hoisting height

The NG series can be customized to owner’s specific requirements

Specifications

Main Characteristics

 Hull length 108.3 m
 Hull width 42.0 m
 Free deck space 3,000 m2
 Overall leg length 100.0 m
 Leg length under hull (max) 97.0 m
 Variable load (max)  up to 6,000 t
 Water depth 60.0 m
 Accommodation  up to 104 PoB
 Main crane  1,250 t at 35 m, GustoMSC GTLC-1250/1250-ED

Resources
  • Offshore Wind Installation and Maintenance Brochure

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