Walk to Work (W2W) Vessel Kronboorg with Voith Schneider Propellers (VSPs) and Voith Inline Thrusters (VITs) in action.
Ships that supply offshore oil and gas platforms need reliable propulsion systems that do their job even under difficult conditions. The Voith Schneider Propeller (VSP) and the Voith Inline Thruster (VIT) satisfy these requirements because of their ability to react quickly and with precision to different wind effects and swells. They reduce weather-related outages and waiting times and increase safety.
Precise maneuvering and holding position to the maximum degree: When supplying oil and gas platforms offshore, these two characteristics are the central requirements placed on a ship. Both the Voith Schneider Propeller (VSP) and the Voith Inline Thruster (VIT) allow the best possible dynamic positioning (DP) with their fast, precise reactions to the changing conditions of the environment (wind, waves and currents).
This ensures that the safe transfer of personnel to offshore structures is still possible even under extremely adverse conditions. The option of active roll stabilization by the VSP creates a more stable working platform for crane operations and helicopter deployments. In addition, the reduced roll motion of the ship increases on-board comfort and reduces the risk of seasickness.
The low noise level of the VIT increases on-board comfort and allows accommodation to be sited near the bow thruster room. Costly sound insulation is not necessary. The VIT also needs considerably less installation space than alternative propulsion systems.
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North Sea Giant – Servicing the giant
The North Sea Giant, to date the largest and most powerful vessel that Voith has equipped with its unique propulsion system, the Voith Schneider Propeller (VSP), spent seven weeks in the floating dock in Hamburg for the service overhaul of the five VSPs. The team painstakingly worked through a total of 1,705 work steps from the project schedule.
iVSP: Control the virtual Voith Schneider Propeller
Discover the fascination of the Voith Schneider Propeller (VSP) with the updated iVSP desktop version. The interactive program offers you a realistic experience of how VSP works on board various ships - now also with the brand new Hamburg ferry of HADAG!
Download your personal iVSP (3D) for Windows! Your portal to a lifelike Voith Schneider Propeller ship simulator.
Experience the ease of maneuvering vessels propelled with Voith Schneider Propellers (VSP). You can choose between different types of vessels such as the Voith Water Tractor, offshore supply vessels, ferries and now also the HADAG ferry.
What does the iVSP desktop version offer?
Realistic 3D simulations: Experience precise maneuvering with different types of vessels such as the Voith Water Tractor, Offshore Supply Vessel, ferries and now also the HADAG ferry.
Intuitive operation: Test how easily and efficiently ships can be steered with the Voith Schneider Propeller.
Free download: Get the updated desktop version for Windows and immerse yourself in the world of modern ship propulsion.
Download the app to navigate dynamic seas effortlessly - perfect for both beginners and seasoned captains. Welcome aboard!
Discover the innovative capabilities of the Voith Schneider Propeller (VSP) with the iVSP app. This ship simulator offers realistic 3D graphics and enhanced physics, delivering an immersive and educational experience of how the VSP operates.
Choose from a variety of ship types, including the Voith Water Tractor, Offshore Supply Vessel, and a ferry, to explore the precision and versatility of this unique propulsion system.
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Until the new version of our mobile iVSP app is released, the revised desktop version with all its functions will be available to you.
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