The Safe design and operation of marine transports
SafeTrans
The SafeTrans Office Software is an integrated tool to design and dynamic models that can handle almost any shape or can be
operate marine heavy lift transports and installations of major facilities customised for your specific fleet.
in a safe and efficient manner using modern PC-based analysis 2. Offshore operations: A simulation system for operations on one
methods, databases, and hydrodynamics. location, to be carried out in sequential steps with varying go/no-
go criteria. Tasks which can be interrupted for weather and tasks
which may not be disrupted (critical tasks) can be distinguished.
SafeTrans can accommodate tows (both wet and dry), and heavy-lift operations using
vessels of virtually any shape and size. If you have detailed model data for your fleet,
SafeTrans will utilise it.
SafeTrans covers all types of marine transportations along any distance,
SafeTrans uses intuitive graphical user interface to collect background information. An
and shorter tow-outs and installations. SafeTrans can also provide
“outline” structure allows the user to navigate the program easily.
guidance for critical operations such as pipe-lays, platform removal or
drilling.
System features
A geographical plotting routine is included to define the planned route
Applications
and indicate sailing restrictions. During simulation it shows vessel
The SafeTrans software system has two major applications: position and severe weather.
1. Sea transport simulations: An office-based simulator to: calculate The program uses an intuitive Graphical User Interface that includes
criteria, demonstrate tow scenarios, and optimise a tow. The “tool tips” and on-line user manuals. Intermediate results are reviewed
simulations account for various risks including human error. It with Microsoft Excel, a familiar interface for everyone. Graphical
considers delayed starts, routing changes, weather forecast error, presentation can be made with the help of wizard-guided analysis
and safe havens. The simulator includes sophisticated ship routines.
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An intuitive user interface helps the user to select the various modes of
operation of the SafeTrans System and in this way allows efficient setup
of input, computations and analysis actions.
SafeTrans - a de facto standard
Towing and installation of offshore facilities involves a broad spectrum
of expertise and companies. With this in mind, the project was formed
as a Joint Industry Project (JIP) with the goal to attract all the major
players including towing & heavy lift companies, oil companies, drilling
contractors, insurers, designers and warranty surveyors.
This goal was achieved with remarkable success: the JIP attracted 32
Routes can be quickly selected and reviewed using the graphical map interface. Databases
companies. These companies have worked closely together during the
are included for safe-havens, wind and waves, bathymetry, and marine hazards.
development to insure that the considerable experience of the
SafeTrans incorporates state-of-the-art ship dynamics that include non- participants is included in the Safetrans software.
linear roll damping, “green water” (water on deck) and wind loads. A
recent 10-year wave and wind database is included and derived from After the first release in 2001, a User Group was formed with at present
state-of-the-art numerical forecast models. The database includes fore- 17 members, providing valuable feedback and exchange of user
cast time horizons up to 7 days. This allows SafeTrans to account for experience. The software was approved as engineering tool for marine
differing forecasting accuracy around the world. transports and operations by DNV in 2007.
With this broad base of major players and active participation it is
believed that SafeTrans becomes a de facto standard for the marine
transportation industry.
For more information on the Safetrans software and Safetrans User
Group please contact;
Rob Grin
SafeTrans can handle virtually any vessel shape and uses sophisticated vessel dynamic
T +31 317 493 358
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