BOURBON LIBERTY 221 SNC

BOURBON LIBERTY 221 SNC is a vessel operating under the Bourbon group, a major provider of marine and subsea services for the offshore oil and gas industry. Bourbon operates a large fleet of vessels that support offshore exploration, development, and production activities.

The vessel itself, BOURBON LIBERTY 221, is often classified as an AHTS (Anchor Handling Tug Supply) vessel. Such vessels are critical in offshore operations for tasks like towing and anchor handling of oil rigs, transporting supplies to drilling sites, and ensuring safe and efficient offshore operations.

Key features typically found on an AHTS vessel like BOURBON LIBERTY 221 include:

Towing and Anchor Handling Capabilities: These vessels have powerful winches, large deck spaces, and robust construction to handle heavy anchor chains and towing operations.
Dynamic Positioning Systems (DP): Many AHTS vessels are equipped with dynamic positioning systems to maintain their exact position when performing complex tasks, especially in deep water.
Supply Transport: They are built to carry various supplies including fuel, water, drilling fluids, and other essential materials to support offshore drilling rigs.
Crew Accommodations: AHTS vessels usually have living quarters for the crew, who might spend extended periods at sea.

It's essential to verify the specific details about BOURBON LIBERTY 221, as features can vary between ships within the same class. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, referring to official Bourbon documents or directly contacting the company would be recommended.

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BOURBON LIBERTY 221

Offshore Support Vessel | Flag: Grand Duchy of Luxembourg | Port: LUXEMBOURG

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