Australia: Incat Crowther has launched its new 29-metre utility catamaran, 'Limitless'.
The vessel follows 'Unlimited', a 24-metre utility catamaran designed by Incat Crowther for the same operator.
'Limitless' is the 50th vessel built by Richardson Devine Marine and debuts the latest evolution of Incat Crowther's hull form. This hull form has already proven itself during sea trials, recording a top speed of 30.5 knots. The new and improved hull means the larger, more capable vessel is able to travel three knots faster with a power increase of only 74kW.
'Limitless' is capable of carrying 60 tonnes of deadweight. The aft deck, with a cargo capacity of 24 tonnes, is configurable for multiple uses. It has a large moon pool for exploration services, securing points for two 20-foot containers, a Heila deck crane (capable of lifting 6.5 tonnes) and a removable hydraulic five-tonne SWL A-Frame (including a reel winch). The vessel features a towing hook with a bollard pull of 15 tonnes.
In the main deck cabin and hull spaces, 'Limitless' features accommodation for twelve, including galley, lounge, laundry and pantry facilities. The upper deck wheelhouse feature crew and passenger seating and work stations, whilst the central helm seat affords good all round visibility. Two wing control stations are fitted forward on either side with a tender/rescue boat situated aft within easy reach of the deck crane.
As well as bringing increased speed, the efficient new hull form also brings the advantage of increased range and better damping in a head sea, allowing the operator to reposition the vessel more effectively.
'Limitless' has taken its place alongside 'Unlimited' in the Offshore Unlimited fleet, and will initially be deployed in Bass Strait. Offshore Unlimited is a Tasmanian company providing vessels to Australian waters with operations out of Dampier, Western Australia and Mackay, Queensland.
