Dubai based Shipbuilder Grandweld Shipyards has signed a contract to design, build and deliver 33.5m Fast Aluminum Crew boat for LIWA Marine Services LLC, Abu Dhabi. The contract was signed on April 9, 2013.
The 33.5m crew boat will be designed by Grandweld Shipyards, and will be powered by 3 high speed diesel engines driving 3 fixed pitch propellers to reach speeds in excess of 25 knots. The vessel can seat 60 passengers, and will have 80 sqm of deck cargo area. The vessel will be certified for unrestricted navigation, and will be utilized to transport offshore personnel and support offshore oil and gas operations.
The vessel will have excellent sea-keeping qualities, and enhanced comfort for the crew. The vessel will have full Class certified propulsion machinery. According to the contract, the delivery of the vessel is expected in March 2014.
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Press Release, April 15, 2013