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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. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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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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