Description

Equipment

Lia has a single working deck, the layout of which is relatively conventional. The rear working area is approximately 35m2 in size and incorporates a transom gate and overhanging platform with steps to allow easy access onto the vessel and for deployment and recovery of survey equipment. Other deck equipment includes a dedicated variable speed side scan sonar winch, hydraulic crane and custom built mounting gantry for through moon pool deployment of the multi-beam system. Lia is fitted with an integrated 13kVa single phase diesel generator that runs from one of the main fuel tanks. The electrical system incorporates an intelligent 4000W inverter / charger and UPS unit with separate isolation transformer and voltage smoother for protection and efficient running of the survey equipment. All equipment and PC based systems are also protected by dedicated UPS systems mounted in the base of each equipment rack.

Safety equipment carried on board complies with the MCA code of practice for small work boats (SCV Code) and is supplemented by a full complement of immersion suits for all onboard. Lia carries Category 2 certification under the SCV code allowing her to carry 12 persons up to 60 miles from a safe haven

Specifications

• Launched:July 2004
• Length (LOA):15.30m / (50′)
• Beam:5.60m / (18′ 4″)
• Draft:1.0m / (3′ 3″)
• Working Displacement:24500kg
• Cruising Speed:14kts
• Maximum Range:1100 km (600nm)
• Operating Code:MCA Category 2 (60 miles from safe haven day or night)
• Max Personnel:12
• Fuel Capacity:3000l (600gal)