Berthing Aid Systems (BAS) are used to safely and efficiently assist FPSO, FLNG vessels when mooring at offshore facilities and structures. These play a primary role for vessels safety in unsafe environments in the offshore oil and gas industry.
The Berthing Aid System are an essential part in the offshore industry as the environment can be unpredictable. Rough seas, High winds and unpredictable weather patterns pose sever threat to a vessel’s safety and efficiency.
Use of Berthing Aid Systems (BAS) in offshore operations
Safe Docking in harsh conditions
Collision Prevention
Supporting offloading operations
Enhancing Dynamic Positioning (DP) Systems
Real Time monitoring and Decision Support
Technologies of offshore BAS
The Modern-day Berthing Aid System leverages on advanced technologies providing a higher level of precision and reliability, they are;
Laser and Radar System – Measures distances and speeds accurately even during poor visibility.
Environmental Sensors – Monitoring wind speeds, Wave heights and currents to determine environmental factors during docking.
Integrated displays – Providing intuitive visuals interfaces that enables quick decision making.
What are the benefits of a Berthing Aid System?
Improved safety
Operational efficiency
Cost savings
Data-Driven insights
Components of Berthing Aid Systems (Shuttle Pilot Hardware)
Below is an image reference on how this lifeline system can support a FPSO vessel during offshore operations.
Get the Right Team
Vivo Asia has got the right team of expert engineers to ensure a seamless integration and operation of Berthing Aid Systems, that is tailored to meet your unique demands for your offshore operations.
Let Asia Engineering & Trading help you explore tailored solutions that meet your operational needs. Contact us on contact@vivoasia.com
