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Friede & Goldman, a leading engineering and naval architecture firm, is pleased to announce the Approval in Principle (AIP) by DNV GL Noble Denton Marine Warranty Survey (MWS) for its groundbreaking BargeRack solution. This approval marks a significant milestone in the offshore wind industry and underlines Friede & Goldman’s continued commitment to offshore energy through innovative solutions, enhanced safety, and operational efficiency.

The BargeRack is a revolutionary solution designed to enhance the efficiency and safety of feedering offshore wind turbines. With Noble Denton marine services’ rigorous operability evaluation and certification process focusing on the BargeRack technology, Friede & Goldman’s BargeRack has been recognized for meeting the highest standards in safety, reliability, and performance.

Key Features of the BargeRack solution:

• Jones Act Compliant: Promotes the use of the existing Jones Act compliant tug and barge fleet.
• Enhanced Safety: Eliminates hazardous offshore crew transfers, significantly increasing operational safety.
• Efficient Operations: Enables direct lifting of Wind Turbine components from a fixed deck direct to foundation, eliminating redundant handling and streamlining installation processes.
• Innovative Design: Features a state-of-the-art side-mounted configuration with integrated deck skidding system, optimizing space utilization.
• Universal Compatibility: Engineered to accommodate most existing barges without major modifications and allowing for broad retrofit application across the global Wind Turbine Installation Vessel fleet.

“We are excited to receive the DNV Marine Warranty Approval for our innovative BargeRack solution.” said Todd Allen, Director – Renewables at Friede & Goldman. “This recognition reaffirms our commitment to delivering safe and efficient solutions to the maritime industry. The BargeRack’s innovative design and its ability to be installed on the existing worldwide WTIV fleet is as a true game-changer for the U.S. offshore wind industry. Now WTIVs working together with the U.S. tug and barge fleets can build U.S. offshore wind faster, safer, and more cost effective than ever.”

Friede & Goldman continues to be at the forefront of engineering excellence, consistently pushing the boundaries of what is possible in maritime solutions. The DNV GL Noble Denton Marine Warranty Survey Approval for the BargeRack is a testament to the company’s dedication to safety, quality, and innovation.

About Friede & Goldman:

With a legacy spanning 75 years, Friede & Goldman pioneered the offshore drilling industry with almost 300 vessels in service and is the world’s leading independent designer of mobile offshore drilling units. With 127 jack-up units built, F&G has seamlessly transitioned its expertise to the renewable energy market, focusing on wind turbine installation vessels and setting new standards in the offshore wind industry.