The port of Southampton and VT Halmatic have further strengthened their longstanding relationship with the signing of a groundbreaking marine services contract.
Following a competitive tender VT Halmatic is to provide a revolutionary fleet contract hire scheme to Associated British Ports (ABP), owners and operators of Southampton Docks.
ABP's existing pilot, survey and patrol fleet, comprising seven Southampton-based vessels, will be procured by VT Halmatic and leased back on a fully-supported contract for ten years, incorporating a six-vessel replacement programme.
First replacement vessels will be delivered to ABP's Gosport pilotage station before the end of this year with further craft coming on line over the duration of the contract.
The new pilot cutters will be the well-proven Halmatic Nelson 48/50 fitted with Volvo Penta engines rated at 450 horse power to provide a service speed of 23 knots.
VT Halmatic will be providing 24 hour/365 day per year maintenance and service cover to ensure ABP can provide a comprehensive pilotage, patrol and survey service for the port.
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