HIOSL set for new patrol vessel delivery
Homeland Integrated Offshore Services Limited (HIOSL) is set to take delivery of a new Damen Fast Crew Supplier 3307 Patrol vessel following the completion of the vessel’s sea trials in Singapore.
The company, which provides a range of maritime, security and logistics services to the Nigerian oil and gas industry, took delivery of sister ship, Guardian 1, 18 months ago. The vessel has been carrying out security patrol services for international oil companies, working alongside the Nigerian Navy, as well as transferring crew and supplies
Guardian 2 is expected to arrive in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, in December. HIOSL will then have five patrol vessels in its fleet.
Louis Ekere, managing director, HIOSL, said: ‘We have had very positive experiences with our first Damen FCS 3307 Patrol – Guardian 1. She has been engaged since day one, working on behalf of the international oil companies.
‘Guardian 1 is definitely the best vessel in the field in terms of speed and intervention abilities. Furthermore, with her unique Damen Sea Axe hull, she has fantastic seakeeping ability and still provides efficient fuel economy, even in rough terrain.’
He added: ‘We chose Damen again for a number of reasons, one of which is the reliability of the vessel. This patrol vessel is an excellent business model. She is robust, fast, with the required speed to intercept in critical situations.’
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