New Wave Media

Kongsberg Evotec, a fully owned subsidiary of Kongsberg Maritime, has entered an agreement with CSSC Huangpu Shipyard in Guangzhou China for the delivery of two launch and recovery systems (LARS) for remote operated vehicles (ROV). The contract includes the first delivery of the recently patented K-LARS port frame solution, in addition to a tried and tested moon-pool LARS system. Both are scheduled for delivery in June 2016 and will be installed onboard Jumeirah Offshore’s advanced new diving support vessel (DSV).

 

“Our newly patented K-LARS system, where both ROV hangar door and A frame is integrated, fits perfectly for the design of Jumeirah Offshore’s new vessel and many other DSVs,” said Torkjell Ringstad, Vice President Handling Solutions, Kongsberg Maritime AS, who noted that the order marks the first bid for the company’s latest patented LARS technology, with support from Skipsteknisk, who has collaborated with Kongsberg on seismic vessel projects in the past.

 

Throughout the development of its various advanced LARS, Kongsberg Evotec has placed great emphasis on environment and safety both for the operator and on the equipment, the company said. In particular, the use of permanent magnet motor technology combined with a customized control system provides operational advantages for the user.

 

According to Kongsberg Evotec, its LARS technology features accurate heave compensation with a minimum of power use. The control system also gives the operator continuous information about capacity utilization, amount of regenerated power, umbilical status and history among other things, all of which ensure the operational window can be utilized in an environmentally friendly manner. Kongsberg Evotec has also emphasized minimal sing the need for maintenance across its entire LARS product range.