Cadeler A/S is a major player in the offshore wind installation market, focusing on wind turbine installation. With the increasing size of the next generation wind turbines, vessels with larger crane capacities and hook heights are needed.
To prepare for the changing market demands it has been decided to replace the current main crane on Wind Orca. Vuyk is selected to perform the design and engineering work for these modifications in-house.
The scope of work includes the naval architectural and structural modification engineering for the upgrade of the leg encircling main crane. Important goal of this engineering package is the optimization and minimization of structural reinforcements and vessel modifications.
Design Scope
- Structural modifications of the crane pedestal and vessel hull for the crane upgrade
- Strength validation of leg and jacking system
- Design of new boom rests and hook baskets