Ampelmann Wins Gangway Contract in GoM

Ampelmann informs it has been awarded a contract by Boa Marine Services Inc. (BMSI) to provide a gangway solution for the ExxonMobil-operated Julia project in the Gulf of Mexico. Ampelmann’s work scope comprises transferring day- and nightshifts of personnel and 24 hours emergency evacuation standby.

 

BMSI’s multipurpose vessel Boa Deep C. is being fitted with an Ampelmann A-type gangway, mobilized on a 23-meter pedestal so it is capable of landing at the platform at a height of 32 meters. The A-type provides a stable transfer platform in conditions up to 2.5 meters significant wave height thereby ensuring safe, efficient and reliable transfer of personnel.

 

Thomas Massink, Ampelmann USA, said, “As the global market leader in motion compensation access solutions, Ampelmann is pleased that another major in the Gulf Of Mexico shows confidence in the most safe, efficient and reliable means of offshore access. We look forward to making this yet another successful project in the Americas region.”

 

With the goal of strengthening its presence in the Americas and confirming its commitment to the global oil and gas industry, Ampelmann opened an office in Houston in May 2015 to. As demand for its systems continues to grow, Ampelmann said its presence in Houston will ensure the delivery of high service and support to current and future customers worldwide.