ZPMC has begun construction of a jackup vessel it describes as China’s deepest-operating unit of its kind, with the longest legs in its class.

The vessel will be fitted with a 1,600-tonne revolving crane and legs extending up to 142 m. Designed for unrestricted ocean navigation, it is intended to carry out high-stability emergency salvage operations in challenging sea conditions.

According to the company, the jackup vessel will be able to operate in water depths of up to 90 m and reach a lifting height of 210 m above deck.

The multipurpose vessel is set to transport and install offshore wind turbine foundations, support towers, nacelles and blades. It will also provide platform maintenance and offshore accommodation capabilities for a range of offshore operations.