Contract for the delivery of a feed barge to Northern Norway
Written by
Anne Oma
The feed barge is well-equipped and prepared with a connection for shore power. The barge has a storage capacity of 650 tonnes of feed distributed over 12 silos and is delivered with the 4th generation management system AKVA connect.
The barge is reinforced in the hull so that it can be used in locations exposed to rough seas and wind. This gives the customer great flexibility in relation to which areas the barge can serve, says Regional Manager for Sales in the North region, Jøran Strand at AKVA group.
Regional Manager for Sales in the North region, Jøran Strand at AKVA group.
Well equipped
The feed barge is 34.5 meters long, 12 meters wide and has a large feed capacity. The core of the feed fleet is a state-of-the-art feeding facility with 10 feeding lines. The barge is also equipped with a hydraulic crane with a winch, and can be controlled remotely.
The agreement was signed on 15 November 2022 and will be delivered from the shipyard in Tallinn in mid-September 2023. The feed barge will be operational in October 2023.
Digital solutions
The barge is delivered with AKVA group's integrated control system, AKVA connect, for precision farming. The barge's control system AKVA connect provides full access to control all subsystems on the barge.
About the feed barge AC650 Panorama with ten feeding lines
- Generator setup with 1 standard industrial generator in combination with transformer 1000V/400V 400kva for shore power setup.
- 10 feeding lines, of which 4 with dozer valve and 6 with Archimedes strain relief
- The barge is designed and delivered in accordance with R0 certification from DNV-GL which enables the customer to use the barge in highly exposed locations.
- The panoramic wheelhouse ensures a unique overview and full control over both the barge and the pen facility
- Contemporary design provides increased well-being
- Modern living spaces and facilities for longer stays with, among other things, 3 cabins, 2 bathrooms with wc and shower, good wardrobe facilities
- Spacious, soundproof engine room prepared for the latest power units and feeding systems
- Metallized above waterline to ensure high-quality corrosion protection.
- 2 years paint warranty
- Large-capacity storage tanks for diesel, silage and industrial water are integrated into the hull