Six commercial RIBs contracted
Tyneside, UK-based, offshore fabrication and engineering specialist, CFS have taken delivery of the first of six Ballistic commercial RIBs from parent company CEFO Group.
The custom-built and highly specified vessels are being deployed to support all surface, UAV and subsea ROV inspections on a wide range of critical assets and infrastructure, operating in both the coastal and inland tidal environments, in support of a recently awarded nationwide asset inspection contract.
Each vessel has been assigned a dedicated 10.5m Vanclaes Giro transport system, affording advanced logistical and launch capability across a wide range of deployment locations throughout the UK.
John Wood, Chief Executive Officer, CEFO Group said: “This investment further affirms our commitment to providing specialist and tailored services to the offshore sector and constitutes the initial phase of our strategic asset rollout.”
Darren Carlisle, Managing Director, CFS, commented: “We are committed to adapting and expanding our service capabilities in line with the varied operational needs of our clients and this new maritime capability is an exciting addition to our service offering.”
By Jake Frith
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