New Kongsberg underwater thruster boosts vessel efficiency

Designed for a variety of vessels, including drill ships, windfarm vessels and production vessels, the UUC PM 355 features a permanent magnet (PM) motor that delivers 81 tonnes of bollard pull.

“Our UUC range of underwater mountable thrusters remains a popular choice across a range of offshore applications where minimising downtime is a priority,” said Pasi Villanen, product line manager at Kongsberg Maritime.

“With this new UUC PM 355 thruster, we can offer increased thrust and simple installation while reducing the amount of space required inside the vessel. The permanent magnet motor, common across much of our propulsion portfolio, is ideal for Dynamic Positioning operations due to its responsiveness and efficiency.”

Simple exchange

This innovative thruster boasts a compact design, requiring less space in the machine room due to its integrated PM motor, making it ideal for vessels where space is at a premium.

Kongsberg Maritime said that the UUC PM 355 can be exchanged without the need for drydocking, with installations possible at depths of up to 50 metres. This minimises operational downtime and maximises efficiency.

Additional features include low noise operation, reduced lubricating oil volume and no oil-to-sea interfaces, highlighting the thruster’s environmental benefits.

The UUC PM 355 should help enhance operational performance and environmental sustainability for a wide range of maritime customers.