WMD won a contract with Canada\u2019s MetalCraft Marine Inc. (MCM) for the FiFi vessel, which has a design based on a wind farm service vessel (WFSV), to provide the solution to speed and stability, together with enhanced access via extended stern platforms, as well as a docking station and crane for the daughter craft.<\/p>\n
James Walker, principal naval architect at WMD, commented: \u201cThis is a fantastic achievement for WMD, particularly as we have been selected from a global list of established players. This vessel wholly reflects our business\u2019 ethos of delivering innovative naval architecture to a worldwide audience.\u201d<\/p>\n
The FiFi vessel will be equipped with two MTU engines delivering speeds of up to 25 knots. She features a twin-storied wheelhouse, four-berth cabin, medical room and equipment storage space. She also uniquely boasts six monitors, which deliver 11,000 gallons per minute.<\/p>\n
The build will commence imminently, with delivery to Kuwait anticipated in 2021.<\/p>\n
WMD recently unveiled its first in class 14m high-speed FiFi pilot vessel, which was built with Aluminium Marine Consultants as part of a tri-party agreement together with UK leading emergency services vehicle supplier, Angloco, for clients in South America.<\/p>\n
By Rebecca Jeffrey<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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