STX Europe to Build PSVs for Rem Offshore

STX Europe has entered into new contracts with Rem Offshore for the building of two Platform Supply Vessels. The vessels are of STX Europe PSV 06 design. The vessels are scheduled for delivery in Q4 2011 and Q1 2012. The total contract value is approximately $113.9m. The new vessels are arranged for regular platform supply duties. Some of the vessels features will be:
•    Oil Recovery in accordance with DNV and latest NOFO 2009 guidelines
•    Ice-C class
•    Dynpos AUTR, dynamic positioning system

The vessels are in particular designed for environmental friendly operations with focus on low fuel consumption, and in accordance with Clean Design requirements. The vessels will be prepared for catalytic reactor exhaust system for reduced emissions to air. The hulls will be built at STX Europe, Tulcea in Romania, and outfitted at STX Europe, Langsten in Norway.
 
Main Particulars:
Length, o.a.    308 ft
Breadth, moulded    65.5 ft
Depth, main deck    27.2 ft
Deadweight    5,300 tons
Cargo deck area    11,840 sq ft