SMD Quasar MkII ROV for Jan de Nul
Dredging and marine construction business Jan de Nul (headquartered in Belgium) has confirmed an order with SMD for a Quasar MkII 150hp 3,000m-rated work class remotely operated vehicle (ROV). The high specification system including Tophat Tether Management System, A-Frame, Umbilical Winch and dual control system (vessel bridge and control cabin) will be delivered in the second quarter of this year. The new system will be used for high-end survey operations as well as construction work.
The Quasar work class ROV is the mid-sized vehicle in SMD’s Q-Series work class ROV range offering in-current performance, tooling, instrument space and access for maintenance. Utilising the latest multi-platform Curvetech components, the Quasar is an all-round performer capable of survey, construction and drill support operations.
Jan De Nul Group is an industry leading expert in dredging and marine construction activities, as well as in specialized services for the offshore industry of oil, gas and renewable energy.
Commenting on the contract award, Rutger Standaert, Project Engineer said Jan de Nul appreciated the efforts by SMD to adapt the standard Quasar MkII to the company’s specific requirements. The vessel bridge control, which makes it possible to have direct communication between all operators and superintendents during operations, is a valuable additional feature. By making the Quasar MkII interchangeable with the first Quasar, SMD gives Jan de Nul the maximum flexibility for their constantly changing and growing fleet.
