Another CTruk delivery to Dutch operator

Sea trials for the first CTruk workboat with Volvo IPS propulsion have produced some impressive statistics. With a 25 knot cruising speed and top speed of over 30 knots, SC Falcon has satisfied Sima Charters’ Taco Davids that the vessel is more than up to the job. As an experienced offshore wind skipper, he explained: “For me the most important features of these boats are stability, manoeuvrability and a clear line of sight for the skipper onto the turbine. Safety is paramount and CTruk keep that front of mind throughout the whole design and build process. SC Falcon performs well on all these points and she also sticks like glue to the turbine ladder! Even with 1.6m significant wave height we experienced no roll or heave once pushed on.”

In addition to the safety features of CTruk’s designs, the fuel efficiency of the company’s composite vessels is also appreciated. During sea trials SC Falcon burned just 105 litres of fuel per hour at 20 knots. Sima Charters’ owner, Ruud Lievaart, said, “As the first CTruk workboat with Volvo IPS propulsion she demonstrated great bollard pull during trials and with her low-weight composite construction the fuel economy is superb.”

Ben Simpson, CTruk MD, added: “CTruk now has a six strong design team working closely with clients on all builds. We also have seven in-house electricians who consistently deliver high standard, class-approved installations under the watchful eye of Mark Bellenie, who came to CTruk from the aviation industry. “