The MAATS Tech equipment has been successfully installed on the Nexans Aurora.

Completed equipment installations on Nexans Aurora

The construction project of the cable lay vessel 'Nexans Aurora' has recently reached a new milestone, as the installation of the MAATS Tech equipment package including the carousel, loading arms, access tower and control cabin have now been completed.

  • The large-dimensioned carousel on the CLV vessel Nexans Aurora.
  • Outer part of the carousel.
  • Close-up of the loading arms.
  • The installation of the MAATS Tech equipment package including the carousel, loading arms, access tower and control cabin have now been completed.
  • The first loading arm being positioned in March 2021.
  • Lifting operation of the first loading arm for the Nexans Aurora
  • Hoisting the loading arm into place.
  • Big-sized equipment.

All the abovementioned equipment are MAATS Tech Ltd deliveries, and employees from Maats have been working at the yard for several weeks for the installations and testing of the cable lay equipment.

The next milestone will be the heeling test. The 'Nexans Aurora' is due for delivery to Nexans this year, and her first assignments will be in the offshore wind segment.

CLV vessel Nexans Aurora carousel 4

Get in touch

Lars L Olsen DSC4221 compbw

Lars Lühr Olsen

Description
Managing Director
Affiliation
Ulstein Verft AS

Latest news

ULSTEIN Navy2025 Dec25 SB Duo
Feature

Ulstein designs for the standardised naval auxiliary vessels

With over a century of shipbuilding heritage, Ulstein is a vital part of the Norwegian maritime cluster, synonymous with innovation in ship design and the engineering that follows. From offshore vessels navigating the harshest seas to expedition cruise vessels exploring the polar regions, the company has consistently proven its ability to deliver advanced, reliable platforms. 

This experience forms the backbone as Ulstein now develops concepts for standardised naval vessels for the Royal Norwegian Navy. The ships will meet the Navy’s need for advanced, reliable and efficient vessel platforms.

Naval