Completed SES Skirt set for UMOE Mandal, used by World Marine Offshore
Checkmate were pleased to continue their long-standing relationship with UMOE Mandal with the award for the design, manufacture and delivery of the first of two surface effect ships (SES) skirts, which UMOE are currently manufacturing for World Marine Offshore. The first set has been delivered, the second skirt set going into production.
Danish crew transfer vessel operator World Marine Offshore (WMO) has been working with Umoe Mandal for many years chartering their WaveCraft vessels. Having demonstrated the vessel capabilities an order was placed for the manufacturer of two new vessels due for delivery in 2023 and for use on the UK coast.
The WAVECRAFT™ Sprinter 28 are lightweight composite vessels, built to transport crew and passengers at high speeds to enable the maintenance of offshore wind turbines. These next-generation vessels are faster, lighter and offer improved fuel economy than previous models, as well as providing a more comfortable ride.
You can find more information on the new UMOE SES Vessel here.
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