Hibernia drill floor module rolled onto the barge stern

Project Summary

In November 1994, a total of six Hibernia sub-modules were loaded onto the ocean-going barge ATM Discoverer at the Finland Industries construction yard in Marystown, Newfoundland. The weight of the modules ranged from 150 to 250 t. For the load-out, self-propelled hydraulic dollies were used. These dollies were positioned under the strong points of the sub-modules. Special truss work type support frames were used for the drill floors.

Scope of Work

The project scope included:

• Review of final load-out procedures;

• On-site assistance during the actual loading operations;

• Structural analysis of the load-out frame for the drill floor modules.

Project Photographs

Drill floor module rotated on shore before loading onto the barge.	Second module rolled onto the barge, carefully clearing the seafastening structures.	Next module reaches the bridge plates, ready for loading.	Last module on the barge over its pre-installed grillage supports.