New generation of AHC winch systems
As the Offshore Oil & Gas industry is developing into exploiting oil and gas occurrences at greater water depths and in harsher climatic environments, the requirements for the technology employed to overcome the challenges of these environments are increasing. Providers of underwater technology systems and the offshore industry are therefore entering into partnerships to specify and develop new technologies to address the market's increased demands.
The MacArtney Group has been developing and supplying winch systems for the offshore market for many years. Experience delivering more than 400 winch systems, a dedication to providing more innovative solutions, and close collaboration with the ROV operator industry have formed the background for MacArtney's development of a new generation of AHC (Active Heave Compensation) winch systems.
The new MacArtney AHC winch has been well received amongst the ROV operators in the market. Since its introduction in autumn 2006, 7 systems have been delivered, and 12 more are in the order book. The photo on the front cover shows an AHC winch recently delivered to Oceaneering in Norway.
Oceaneering AS uses underwater technology to perform various activities for the oil industry on the Norwegian Continental Shelf, from remote-operated underwater operations to drilling and production support, structural and platform inspection, and maintenance and repairs.
