Global Diving & Salvage, Seattle, has introduced the 90'x24' aluminum hull M/V Peregrine, the newest vessel in its fleet. Purposefully built for Alaska’s remote and demanding marine environments, the Peregrine will support in the expansion of Global’s project capabilities. With 720 sq. ft. of forward cargo deck space, the custom landing craft is a true workhorse designed to serve a wide range of operations across the state’s challenging waters, Global officials said in a recent statement.
Originally constructed in 1989 as a 30' outboard-powered landing craft by Grayling Marine International, the Peregrine underwent major upgrades in the early 2000s and an extensive refit in 2012 to achieve its current size and configuration. Designed by Peregrine Marine International and modernized to meet today’s industry standards, the Peregrine now features a hydraulically operated bow gate and twin 15,000-lb. hydraulic winches mounted to a stern A-frame. The vessel offers full accommodation for up to 18 personnel, including four staterooms and a captain’s berth.
The Peregrine enables Global to access hard to reach project sites because of its shallow draft, and bow ramp that make it ideal for remote coastal landings, barge offloading, and precision station-keeping in tidal areas like Cook Inlet. With the ability to mobilize quickly and remain fully operational for extended durations, it significantly improves project efficiency while reducing the logistical and environmental challenges associated with working in isolated regions, company officials said.
Design to perform in almost any conditions, the Peregrine is suited for:
• Oil and gas support services,
• cable lay services,
• underwater diving inspections and repair operations,
• offshore maintenance and infrastructure support,
• emergency response, salvage, and recovery missions,
• mooring installation and marine construction,
• scientific and environmental research charters, and
• cargo and equipment transport to remote job sites.
With large working decks, integrated crane and winch systems, and extensive onboard accommodations, the boat brings the shop, the shelter, and the workforce to the worksite, all in one deployable platform.
