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Evergreen supplies rubber foam fenders to world biggest crane ship

Evergreen supplies rubber foam fenders to world biggest crane ship

Evergreen Maritime has been awarded the contract to supply six super rubber foam fenders to world biggest single hanging crane ship Blue Whale. The D3.3M X EL6M fenders are required to accommodate diverse range of berth conditions of Blue Whale around the world.

Blue Whale vessel, belongs to CNOOC Ltd. (NYSE:CEO) (CEO.NYSE; 0883.HK), is the 7500 TONS huge revolving derrick ship, with 241 m length, 50 m width , 20.4 m depth and 64,110 tons total weight. Constructed by ZPMC, its maximum lifting capacity reaches 7500 tons which is equivalent to the weight of the steel tower Eiffel Tower in France.

“Blue whales” is engaged in marine salvage and heavy lifting operations. Due to varying work conditions, the ship needs super floating fenders to ensure the all- weather operation safety, strong and low maintenance.

Evergreen Maritime is the leading manufacturer of ship fenders and marine airbags, became appointed fender supplier for CNPC,CNOOC since 2006 years. Low maintenance of Evergreen resilient foam filled fender is premier to vessels work in fierce conditions, its vulcanizing natural rubber is highly resistant to the effects of ozone and ultra violet light. Patented design of filament wraps and filament reinforcing ensure the unsinkable foam fenders have a super long lifespan, more than 10 years. Evergreen could guarantee inspection and quality control at each stage of the process through thorough testing on both the rubber and the filament reinforcing. His ability to perform and verify extensive material and cyclic testing meant Evergreen super floating fenders was the best choice for Blue Whale ship.

   

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