Semi-Submersible

Liftboat from China to the Persian Gulf

TSL matched a 3,600 MT liftboat with a semi-submersible barge already heading to the Persian Gulf, delivering it safely and on time.

Liftboat from China to the Persian Gulf
Client
UAE offshore client
Route
China to the Persian Gulf
Cargo
Liftboat – 69 x 39 x 68 m, 3,600 MT
Milestone
Heaviest single unit transported by TSL to date.

The challenge

Specialized semi-submersible moves require extensive know-how and attention to detail. Service providers for this type of cargo are scarce, and finding one positioned to minimize ballast is even rarer.

Our solution

TSL found an Asian-owned semi-submersible barge that needed to mobilize to the Persian Gulf for another job, making this the perfect positioning voyage. After the initial selection, a second phase of technical exchange required great care and effort from every party involved.

The result

Engineering services were provided by a German team, and TSL was honored to be part of the move from start to finish, joining the client at the arrival ceremony as the liftboat was safely re-floated on time.

Key strengths
  • Client trust that let TSL lead the vessel selection process and deliver solutions and offers quickly.
  • The ability to match cargo with a vessel already repositioning, avoiding a costly ballast voyage.

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