can also become a co-investor in the new platform and can increase the platform’s annual capacity utilization rate. Clear choices must be made at an early stage regarding crew requirements and the use of the platform. There is a tendency to want to use the multipurpose seagoing platform for all possible additional activities. In practice, however, the platform is more likely to be used for two or three additional activities over longer periods of time. This limits the retooling time and increases the annual capacity utilization rate. Support with offshore oil and gas activities is attractive to start with, because of the current large demand in this market segment. Looking further ahead, low-cost wind farm maintenance also seems a promising proposition because of the growing price pressure in this segment and the expected cost effectiveness of the platform. It was found that the offshore market offers scope for vessels with a length of 40 to 50 metres. The innovation challenge is to adjust the technology as currently installed on larger ships in an effective (and cost-effective) manner for relatively simple modular application on smaller ships. The recommendation therefore is to form partnerships with system integrators and suppliers of complex technical systems – such as cranes, winches, offshore access systems and propulsion systems – in order to look for alternative solutions for existing systems. A modular approach makes it possible to only install the technology necessary for the activity in hand, thus saving time and limiting the required deck space. This greatly improves the opportunities for using medium-sized vessels in the offshore segment and can further reduce the costs for end users. Finally, government must ensure that regulations and procedures are sufficiently accommodative to enable such new combinations of fishing activities with other operations. The responsible authorities have indicated their willingness to discuss appropriate measures. 45 Pagina 54
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