Delivery of Safe Zephyrus to Prosafe
Sembcorp Marine (SCM) is pleased to announce the delivery of the accommodation semi-submersible vessel Safe Zephyrus to its customer Prosafe in January 2016. Safe Zephyrus is the second offshore accommodation semi-submersible vessel that Sembcorp Marine has built for Prosafe. The first vessel, Safe Boreas, was delivered to Prosafe in January 2015 and has been operating successfully for both the customer and its charterer.
Both Safe Boreas and Safe Zephyrus are built to the GVA 3000E design, utilizing GVA's extensive semi-submersible design experience. The vessels are equipped with DP3 (dynamic positioning) systems and a 12-point wire mooring arrangement for operations in harsh environments, providing maximum cost efficiency and flexibility.
Built to comply with stringent Norwegian and UK regulations, the accommodation units on these vessels can house 450 men in single cabins. The design incorporates glass atriums that provide natural light to the central cabins, mess room, and recreational areas, enhancing the living conditions for offshore workers.
Prosafe, the world’s leading owner and operator of semi-submersible accommodation vessels, has achieved significant financial success, with an operating profit of USD 248.3 million and a net profit of USD 178.8 million in 2014. The company operates globally, employs 800 people, and is headquartered in Larnaca, Cyprus. Prosafe is also listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange.
Sembcorp Marine, a provider of innovative engineering solutions to the global marine and offshore industry, draws on more than 50 years of experience. The company serves major oil companies, drilling contractors, shipping companies, and owners/operators of floating production units. Sembcorp Marine operates shipyards strategically located in Singapore, India, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, and Brazil.
This article was originally published on Marine & Industrial Report newspaper Vol 38 No.1 Issue last February 29,2016.
