ABB has won a $24 million order to supply electrical power and propulsion systems for two next generation Ramform vessels, capable of 3D seismic data acquisition
for sea bottom resource exploration, Motorship reported.
The ships will be constructed by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, and delivered in 2013 to Norway’s Petroleum Geo-Services ASA. The ‘Ramform W-class’ vessels are the newest generation in the Ramform series, featuring advanced 3D seismic data acquisition/analysis capability. At 104m long, the ships will feature an exceptionally wide breadth of 70m. For quiet operation, they will feature diesel electric main propulsion.
ABB will supply an advanced complete power and diesel electric system package, consisting of medium voltage switchboards including power management systems, generators, transformers, frequency converters and motors. The systems will provide reliable and fuel efficient propulsion for the ships.
Source: Port News
