AF Offshore Decom has awarded a contract to BOA for 2 float-on and load-in operations, named the floating storage unit ALBA and the floating production platform FPF-1. Both units will be dismantled and recycled at AF Environmental Base Vats
Under the contract, BOA will deploy its newly built,next-generation semi-submersible heavy transport barge, the Boabarge 39,for AF Offshore Decom to executethe two float-on and load-in operations.
Boabarge 39 represents the latest development in heavy marinelaunching and transport technology, featuring:
· Dimensions166x73x9,15m
· Deadweightof 57.500T
· Highdeck load capacity 35t/m2
· Submersingcapacities to 22,5m water above deck
· Advancedballasting systems
· Optimizedstructural strength for large displacement floaters
· Enhancedoperational efficiency and environmental performance
The newbuild barge is well suited for large-scale decommissioningprojects, docking operations of both vessels and rigs and launchingsolutions of heavy cargo with large footprint.
This contract award marks a significant milestone as the firstcontract for the newbuilt barge. BOA appreciate the award from AF Offshore Decom and looks forwardto a close collaboration on these projects.
