THE NEW GENERATION OF HIGH-SPEED VESSELS

WHY THE SURFACE

EFFECT SHIPS (SES)
TECHNOLOGY ?
Existing technologies, such as partial aerodynamic
lift, Ekranoplan, and even foils (particularly popular
in nautical competitions), offer undeniable and
exceptional performance in speed and fuel economy,
but also have many limitations that put them at a
disadvantage when used in the energy industry.
Factors such as reliability, robustness of propulsion,
operating range, stability in rough seas, safety and
comfort during both navigation and transfers of
passengers, and the ability to carry urgent cargo, are
all important criteria that must be met.

Air-cushioned catamarans are the answer. Other

industries such as offshore wind turbine, passenger
ferry, or even the Navy have already adopted this
technology which was developed for the first time in
the 60s. This is why adapting this technology to the Oil
& Gas sector is more a revolution than an innovation.

Meanwhile, the novelty is the increased reliability of

all of the parts, devices, and electronic components
which now make these vessels far superior to those
developed in years past.

AIRCAT VESSELS Ltd. has partnered with ESNA to

conceive our vessels. ESNA is operated by the most
advanced naval architects who seek to utilize their
vast SES experience to focus on continuous
improvement and technology development of surface
effect vessels. They have developed the simplest,
most robust, and reliable air-cushion system in the
market. The combination of ESNA’s unique SES
expertise and AIRCAT VESSELS’ insight on
operational needs for the Oil & Gas sector gave birth
to the new generation of crew boats designed to serve
the energy industry.

The AIRCAT® series of vessels are faster, safer, more

comfortable and economical than any other crew
boat.

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