Adm. Ossama Rabiee, Chairman and Managing Director of the Suez Canal Authority, announced the commencement of the maiden voyage of the integrated petroleum supply and services vessel FAKHR 1 in preparation for joining the Authority's fleet of maritime units, following its completion at Ningde Tai Jinzhou Yuajin Shipyard in China.
The petroleum services vessel FAKHR 1 is owned by a consortium comprising Timsah Shipbuilding Company, Canal Mooring & Lights Co., and Suez Canal Rope Co. It is the fourth vessel in the petroleum services fleet operated by the SCA-affiliated Timsah Shipbuilding Company, whose fleet also includes the service vessels AMAN, AHMED FADEL, and BADR.
The petroleum services vessel FAKHR 1 is distinguished by its state-of-the-art design, incorporating the latest global technologies in fuel-efficient maritime operations. The vessel is fully equipped to support diving operations and operates with a DP2 system (Dynamic Positioning), enabling precise station-keeping without the need for anchoring.
The vessel is 64.8 m. in length, has a beam of 16 m., and a draft of 5 meters. It is equipped to accommodate a crew of 60 personnel.
Adm. Rabiee emphasized that FAKHR 1 petroleum services vessel represents the culmination of the Authority's efforts to support and enhance the capabilities of its maritime fleet with various maritime units. H. E. also highlighted the Authority's commitment to diversifying revenue streams for its companies by actively contributing to oil and gas exploration with units that utilize the latest global technologies.
H. E. also noted that the vessel FAKHR 1 successfully completed both sea trials and quay trials at the Chinese shipyard, in the presence of representatives fo Timsah Shipbuilding Company and the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS). He noted that preparations are now underway for receiving and commissioning of the vessel upon its arrival early next month, God willing.
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