Autoship Systems Corporation (ASC) of Vancouver, Canada in cooperation with its Norwegian Reseller, Coastdesign Norway (CDN) has announced that its Autoload Jack Up version was chosen for installation onboard Seaway 7’s first self-propelled jack-up vessel, VIND 1.
Autoload is also installed onboard its entire fleet of vessels, which include open deck semi-submersible heavy transportation vessels, cable lay, heavy lift crane installation and installation support vessels.
Located in Norway, Denmark, The Netherlands, Germany, United Kingdom and Taiwan, Seaway 7 specialises in the delivery of fixed offshore wind farm projects and provides heavy lifting and cable installation services.
In 2022, Seaway 7 will deliver Alfa Lift, one of the largest custom-built offshore wind foundation installation vessels. VIND 1 launches in 2023 and will be capable of installing offshore wind turbines and XL monopile foundations.
“Seaway 7 will be using Autoload on their new vessels due to the tailor made functionality for jackup vessels and user friendly interface that the system offers,” said Bertil Rognes, mission equipment and vessel management director. “We have been using Autoload across our fleet of semi-submersible transportation vessels for many years and appreciate the service offered by their network around the world.”
