AISTER has built these two units for the recovery of possible oil spills in the Panama Canal outfitted with LAMOR equipment, large deck loading capacity and a layout that seeks the greatest comfort for the crew.
This model designed by AISTER for the Panama Canal Authority is 12.5 metres lenght and 4.2 metres beam and has been built in high quality marine aluminium. The vessel will work in the recovery of floating spills and the loading of solid waste on board, for which it has state-of-the-art Lamor equipment.
The boat has maximum manoeuvrability and its shallow draft, together with its tight beam and the stern drives propulsion, allows the boat to negotiate occasional areas of very shallow draft. In addition, its design facilitates access to the deck from both sides and from the stern.
In terms of safety, this Oil Spill Recovery Vessel, below deck, is divided into seven watertight compartments plus a double bottom of the cargo tank. It also has a man overboard recovery system.
The elevated wheelhouse has 360 degree visibility and offers complete visibility of the water peninsula. It has ample console space to house all types of equipment, although the boat comes fully equipped and automated for total control of the boat from the cabin by the pilot and co-pilot.
Lamor equipment and new port uses
The Oil Spill Recovery Vessel is equipped with state-of-the-art Lamor technology as well as a heavy-duty davit. The vessel is capable of removing 13 tonnes of spilled oil in 15 minutes.
The spill recovery functionality allows oily liquids of all viscosity ranges (from light to heavy ) to be extracted with minimal water infiltration.