Offshore Europe 2023
By Kirsty Fletcher-Reid on 07 Sep 2023
Two of our Fletcher team were able to attend OE23 at the P&J live this week.
The main focus of the visit was to catch up with industry trends and technologies available (of which there are many) …
With the phase out of fluorescent lighting several ideas were explored for a phased replacement across the fleet. This is something we plan to initiate when a suitable alternative is found.
Tank entries are known as one of the most dangerous activities a seafarer can be engaged in, while we have systems in place to mitigate this risk it would be all together safer if personnel did not have to enter tanks and work at height for cleaning. A magnetic robot was on display this year at OE23 which can be used for blasting and cleaning of internal tank surfaces. Further there are drones available for conducting tank inspections, anything of this nature which takes our seafarers out of the line of peril will be explored for suitability.
As is a common trend throughout the industry at the moment; the event focus is very much on carbon reduction within the industry and what can be achieved in the coming years. There are large scale changes required in the way vessels are operated and designed to achieve this and it is imperative that we remain at the forefront of discussions with ports, suppliers, classification societies, and governing bodies on the best way forward.
At present there is a great deal of uncertainty over which route to take especially around alternative fuels thus the key to success and longevity is flexibility.
At Fletcher our ethos is around teamwork and flexibility, both of which will be required in the coming years to adapt our operations and assets to suit a changing industry.
Highlight of the event had to be the whopping big turbocharger fitted to the Liberty Walk GTR on display by Stauff!
All in all, it was an informative day and great to catch up with some former colleagues and friends from the industry!
Written by William Kenny, Technical Manager Fletcher Group
"Fletcher's flexible and innovative approach to business and the professionalism of their crew has played an important role in helping us deliver a safe, reliable and cost-effective service to our clients. We look forward to building on this going forward as we continue to seek new and exciting opportunities in an exceptionally competitive marketplace."
Oilchart, 2016“[We would] like to thank you and the rest of the crew on the FS Aberdour for your assistance, positive attitude and total flexibility during the last 5/6 weeks since we started this Project. The communication has been invaluable with all the challenges that have faced us. Thank you very much for your assistance, you’re all a credit to your team on-board the FS Aberdour and also Fletcher Group.”
Centrica, June 2017“It was a pleasure to work with all of you, especially when the project is completed without any operation issue on the fluids / cement / waste management side. It was a great success to complete this.”
Perenco, August 2017“I cannot thank you enough for the work that you have done for us, all credit to you and your crew. I will be passing back some very positive comments. On behalf of both the Standard Princess and her crew and also the Standard Supplier, I appreciate all your help.”
Centrica, November 2017"[We] would like to take the opportunity to thank you and your Team for the level of support that you have given us with both vessels through this campaign. The vessel Masters and crews have been an absolute credit to your organisation and I would look forward to working with Fletcher Group again in the future if this is the manner in which you conduct your business.
I would like to wish you all every success and I am sure that we will work again in the not-too-distant future."
Ineos, July 2018It has been a please working with you! Thank you for your support the past few months and th flexible attitude of your crew. This was much appreciated by our team.
Allseas, February 2019