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.
Competent, motivated and always on the spot, our service experts guarantee the maximum availability of your marine propulsion systems at any time and worldwide.
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: controlling a virtual Voith Schneider Propeller
With the help of the iVSP (Interactive Voith Schneider Propeller) program, you can experience for yourself how a Voith Schneider Propeller (VSP) actually works.
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 a Voith Water Tractor, two ferries or an offshore vessel.
Other features include:
Steer like the captain of a VSP tug in the Free Driving Mode. You can try out the maneuvers that are possible with this innovative drive.
Are you skilled enough to drive VSP vessels? Find out and master the course in Simulation Training.
Compare your results with friends and colleagues on the high score list.
Switch at any time from 3D into the views that show the motion or hydrodynamic forces. These show exactly what happens when you operate the VSP in real life.
Download the app to navigate dynamic seas effortlessly - perfect for both beginners and seasoned captains. Welcome aboard!
Ensuring continuous and safe production, we offer components for the entire conveyor system that reduce downtime and have an excellent track record. Furthermore, our spare parts ensure continuous operation.
