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moon pool

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moon pool [′mün ‚pül]
(petroleum engineering)
In offshore drilling, an opening in the ship hull that provides access for the well drilling and completion machinery.


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To complete the project Thales mobilised a heave compensated SMR 200 drilling spread, together with a high-capacity derrick mounted over the vessel's moon pool, ensuring maximum stability in marginal sea states.
Additional features including a high capacity deck crane, significantly enlarged cellar deck area and a 25' by 90' moon pool will provide enhanced subsea completion and development capabilities.
The 236 foot vessels will be equipped with an advanced dynamic positioning system, expanded accommodations and a moon pool for the launching of remotely operated vehicles (ROVs).
 
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