Nexans US Cable Lay Barge
Cable Lay Vessel
Owner: Marmac LLC · Operator: Crowley Wind Services
CLVOperational
US
USAlso known as: MARMAC 306
Key Specifications
Cable Capacity
3,500t
Emissions
ZERT 0 (Conventional)
Identification
NameNexans US Cable Lay Barge
Other NamesMARMAC 306
CategoryCable Lay Vessel
StatusOperational
MMSI368407480
Call SignWDQ2400
Flag StateUnited States
United StatesDimensions
Length Overall91.44 m
Breadth30.48 m
Depth6.02 m
Gross Tonnage4,262 GT
Propulsion & Power
Propulsion Typeother
Propulsion System
Non-self-propelled 300 ft cable lay barge equipped with a dynamic positioning system using four thrusters and a multiple-anchors positioning system; towed by tugs for transit and using thrusters and anchors for precise station keeping during cable installation.
Build Information
ShipyardLAD Services
Construction CountryUnited States
United StatesConstruction LocationLAD Services, Morgan City, Louisiana, United States
Owner & Operator
Owner
Operator
Mooring System
Mooring Points4
Wire Length1,500 m
NotesCable lay barge with dynamic positioning and a four-point mooring system using floating Dyneema anchor and mooring lines extending up to approximately 1000–1500 m from the vessel, as described in USCG Local Notice to Mariners 29/25.
Cable Lay Vessel Specifications
Cable Storage
Max Cable Load3,500 t
carousel - #1
Capacity3,500 t
ManufacturerNexans
Specialized carousel for subsea cable manufactured at Nexans’ facility in South Carolina.
Cable Handling
Lay Speed365.76 m/hr
ROV Support
Has ROVYes
Work Classwork class