Heavy Transport

BOA to Use Boabarge 39 for ALBA and FPF-1 Docking at Vats

BOA will deploy Boabarge 39 for two float-on/load-in scopes involving ALBA and FPF-1, supporting dismantling and recycling at AF Environmental Base Vats.

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2, March 2026
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AF Offshore Decom has awarded BOA a contract covering two float-on/load-in scopes for the floating storage unit ALBA and the floating production platform FPF-1. Both units are set for dismantling and recycling at AF Environmental Base Vats.

For the work, BOA will deploy its newly built next-generation semi-submersible heavy transport barge, Boabarge 39. The newbuild is specified at 166 × 73 × 9.2 m with a deadweight of 57,500 t, and a deck load capacity of 35 t/m². It can submerge to 22.5 m of water above deck and is fitted with advanced ballasting systems. The design is described as optimized for large-displacement floaters, with improved operational efficiency and environmental performance.

The contract is the first awarded to Boabarge 39, and BOA stated it expects close collaboration with AF Offshore Decom on the projects.

Tags: Float-on load-in, Heavy marine transport, offshore decommissioning, Recycling yard operations, semi-submersible barge

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