According to NOV, the NG-16000X design vessels feature increased carrying and lifting capacity, as well as greater lifting height above the deck. They are ready to carry multiple 20-MW turbine sets. The vessels have been designed with the option to adapt in the future, allowing them to operate on alternate fuels.
The NG-16000X design includes the GustoMSC rack and pinion jacking system with a variable speed drive, said to enable several hundreds of jacking moves throughout the lifespan of the vessel. The jacking system features a regenerative power option where the generated power is fed back into the vessel system.
The design also incorporates a 2,600-ton leg encircling crane, ready to install monopile foundations and wind turbines. The vessel can install turbines in water depths up to 65 m (213 ft).
