Atlantic Offshore Rescue has unveiled its third new vessel in the past 12 months as part of its fleet modernisation programme.
'Ocean Falcon', a brand new multi role and emergency response and rescue (MRV/ERRV) vessel, was christened at a ceremony at Aberdeen harbour, before commencing a contract with a major UK operator. Atlantic Offshore Rescue will provide emergency recovery, rescue cover, tanker assistance and general field support for offshore operations at the Curlew Field in the North Sea.
The ship can accommodate 21 employees, and has the amenities to rescue up to 300 people. As well as incorporating the very latest technology systems including a towing capacity of up to 65 tonnes, it measures 66.80 metres in length and 16 metres beam and features two MAN main engines with a power of 1,935kW each.
It was built and developed in Passai, Spain by Zamakona shipbuilders, in close collaboration with Atlantic Offshore Rescue over an 18-month period. Its sister ships, 'Ocean Tay' and 'Ocean Osprey' were launched in February and May 2014, respectively.
