>More On New Salvage and Rescue Ships
24 Jun 2010
>Specifications for submarine rescue ship (MOSHIP) and two rescue and towing ships (RATSHIP) have been made public.
MOSHIP:
Length: 91m
Beam: 18,5m
Draft: 7,8m
Max continuous speed: min 18 Knots
Economical speed: min 14 Knots
Range: 4500 mil
Crew: 131
The main task will be rescue submarines that are unable to resurface themselves. She will be able to provide life support to the stranded crew of a distressed submarine up to 600 meters depth. She will carry ROV’s, atmospheric diving suits and other necessary equipment.
RATSHIP:
Length: 69m
Beam: 13,5m
Draft: 6,5m
Max continuous speed: min 18 Knots
Economical speed: min 14 Knots
Range: 4500 mil
Crew: 104
The main task of these ships will be all kinds of salvage and rescue opeations on sea.