Kongsberg to supply DP-2 ability to newbuild semis for Songa

Offshore staff

KONGSBERG, Norway –Kongsberg Maritime will supply dynamic positioning, thruster control, bridge navigation, vessel automation, safety, riser management, and environmental monitoring for two semisubmersible drilling rigs under way at Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering.

The two newbuild semisubmersibles are designed for mid-water harsh environment in the Norwegian North Sea and have been ordered by Songa Offshore SE subsidiary, Songa Rig AS.

Kongsberg Maritime will start deliveries to the DSME yard in Korea early 2012, with all key deliveries scheduled for completion by December 2012.Startup, commissioning, and trials are scheduled to be completed in 1Q and 3Q 2014.

The contract also comes with an option for Kongsberg Maritime to deliver products and services for two more semisubmersible drilling rigs.

01/26/2012