Bourbon Liberty 116 SNC.
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Bourbon Liberty 116 is a vessel within the fleet of Bourbon, an international maritime services company that operates in the oil and gas sector. Bourbon provides a wide range of marine services, including offshore services, subsea services, and maritime logistics.
Company Background:
- Bourbon: Founded in 1948, Bourbon is headquartered in Paris, France. The company has grown to become a significant player in the offshore oil and gas industry, offering marine services that facilitate offshore exploration, development, and production.
Bourbon Liberty 116:
- Vessel Type: The Bourbon Liberty 116 is typically an offshore support vessel. These types of vessels are critical for operations such as towing, anchor handling, supply delivery, and other support activities in offshore oil and gas fields.
- Design: The Bourbon Liberty series is known for its advanced design features that optimize both performance and safety. These vessels are designed to operate under harsh maritime conditions and are equipped with robust handling capabilities.
- Capabilities and Features: Common features of the Bourbon Liberty series include dynamic positioning systems (DP), high towing and anchor handling capacities, large cargo areas, and advanced navigation and communication systems.
- Operators: These vessels are usually manned by highly trained crews capable of managing complex offshore operations.
Role in Operations:
- Marine Logistics: The vessel assists in transporting supplies, equipment, and personnel to offshore rigs.
- Subsea Construction: It may support underwater construction activities by providing necessary tools and materials.
- Safety and Rescue: The vessel often has capabilities for emergency response, including firefighting and oil spill containment.
Importance to Bourbon’s Fleet:
- The addition of such vessels helps Bourbon maintain a competitive edge in the offshore service market by offering versatile and advanced marine support solutions to their clients, often major oil and gas companies.
For detailed specifications or specific details about the Bourbon Liberty 116, considering that these types of technical vessels have unique configurations and capabilities, you might want to refer to Bourbon’s official resources or technical datasheets.
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BOURBON LIBERTY 216
Supply Vessel/Anchor Handling/Tug | Flag: Luxembourg | Port: LUXEMBOURG
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