Strategic Marine has signed a landmark shipbuilding contract with Bruneian Amarco Sdn Bhd (AMARCO) for a 4th Generation Fast Crew Boat (FCB), marking a key milestone for both companies.
This comprehensive contract encompasses future ready capabilities including the install of a gyro stabilizer coupled with the option of a motion compensated gangway The vessel is also future proofed for a plug and play hybrid system which will enable the vessel to undertake specific operating profiles entirely on battery power alone.
The 42-metre vessel, which will carry out long term operations in Brunei, is equipped with a triple Baudouin 12M26.3s coupled with ZF3050s and is slated to deliver vessel speeds at more than 27.5 knots. Manoeuvrability of the vessel is enhanced with a single bow thruster and auto trimming interceptors. Additional features include an external FIFI system and an Oil Dispersant System, enhancing the vessel’s capabilities for firefighting and oil clean-up operations.
The Generation 4 FCB is also outfitted with cruise like interior, featuring larger windows, reclining chairs with tray tables and USB charging for all her passengers.
“We are delighted and honoured to be selected for this prestigious project with Amarco Sdn Bhd which will serve the demanding Bruneian offshore oil and gas sector. We thank them for their trust in us and look forward to the deployment of the vessel later in 2024,” said Mr Chan Eng Yew, Chief Executive Officer of Singapore-based Strategic Marine.
“We are excited to be working with Strategic Marine on this project and confident that the new vessel will contribute to our fleet operations. We look forward to her completion and her deployment in Brunei’s waters,” said Mr Ariffin Masrah, Chairman of Amarco Sdn Bhd.
Strategic Marine Group is a full-capacity global shipbuilder with a focus on speciality aluminium craft construction and fabrication. It has a shipyard in Singapore, and presence in Australia and Europe. It operates principally in five key market segments, producing high quality vessels for Oil & Gas, Renewable Energy, Ferries & Transportation, Defence and Paramilitary and Port/Pilot Services.
