Drydocks World, provider of maritime and offshore services to the shipping, oil, gas and energy sectors, has signed a Letter of Intent with Offshore Innovation Management Ltd., to build a series of AJ 62-X135 multi-purpose (accommodation & construction) Jack-Up rigs. The projects will commence in 2014 and the first rig is expected to be delivered in 2016.
“We are delighted to have signed this LOI to construct these high performance rigs which can provide a broad range of services including the provision of accommodation and construction services, heavy lift support for hook-up and commissioning activities during installation of new topsides or in the installation of subsea structures. We have considerable experience in catering to the specialised requirements and exacting quality standards of the offshore oil & gas industry and have made deep and meaningful inroads into these rapidly evolving sectors in recent months. This is in line with our business strategy to target this market segment aggressively with added value services,” said Khamis Juma Buamim, chairman Drydocks World and Maritime World
“We are very excited to start this journey in partnership with Drydocks World. Their success will be our success. Their proven track record for quality and efficiency in delivery has led us to reach this noteworthy milestone. We have close & personal interactions with the top management of Drydocks World and their drive to professionalism, excellence, transformation and innovation is one that we share. This common objective is something that we are grateful for as this ensures a long and fruitful relationship between our two organisations”, said Oddgeir Indrestrand, founder and CEO, Offshore Innovation Management Ltd.
The 86m X 95m AJ 62-X 135, standing 185m in height and weighing 26,000 tonnes is a three legged jack up rig which will provide accommodation and facilities according to NORSOK European Standards for between 208 and 490 people in single cabins depending on rig configuration. The rig which can operate in waters upto 135m with a 25m air gap will have a 100% up-time in any weather conditions unlike semi-submersible accommodation and construction rigs. The rig will also be equipped with a 3000 ton Huismann crane for offshore heavy lifts; a large free working deck will full crane coverage, a heli-deck for use by AW 101 helicopters and a full helicopter crew of 21 and safety equipment for all personnel onboard.
