Telestack announces delivery of mobile shiploading systems for CVOW project offshore USA

As the largest offshore wind project in the US, CVOW represents a pivotal step toward clean energy and reducing carbon emissions, with Telestack's innovative shiploading equipment playing a vital part in its success. CVOW, developed by Dominion Energy, is designed to deliver 2.6 GW of renewable energy - enough to power 660 000 homes at peak output. The project involves the construction of 176 wind turbines, three offshore substations, and undersea cables, with onshore infrastructure to channel renewable energy to the grid.

Telestack's two mobile shiploading systems have integrated into the material handling element of the project, loading large grade armour rock to Flexible Fall Pipe Vessels (FFPV).

Telestack's shiploading equipment is operating in Bayside Canada where they have supplied two (2) AP 1500 D3 wheel mounted apron steel feeders and 2 x TB 52 (170 ft) radial telescopic shiploaders for loading rock material to DEME specialised rock installation vessels at high loading rate.

The Telestack system included a range of technical features and benefits which were vitally important for the long-term handling of these grades of rocks. The AP 1500 feeders included a heavy-duty steel apron chain c/w high grade cast steel flights and bearings for the large rock application. The feeder allows the wheel loaders to be fed over 3 x sides for the ultimate flexibility and increased tonnages. Also, the integrated variable speed drive on the feeder ensures a ‘controlled’ flow of material to the TB 52 Shiploader, especially important for the large rock. The feeder is a wheel mounted design to allow the operator to move the unit via tow hitch around the quayside as required, ensuring the mobility of the system.

The feeder then discharges to the TB 52 Radial Telescopic which is equally impressive in its innovative features to meet the challenges of handling this material grade effectively. The 52 m (170 ft) long telescopic boom conveyor can load the largest flexible fall pipe vessels in the world including the current DEME – Yellowstone Vessel, which is currently the largest FFPV in the world with a 37 000 t capacity and over 14 m free-board / draft height.

The design of the radial and telescopic features allows the operator to place the material easily within the rock hold while the material flows, minimising the work of the vessel excavator to move the material within the hold, ultimately increasing the tonnage rate of the entire operation.

The TB 52 Shiploaders are both tracked mounted units, which allows them to easily move off the site when not required, ensuring their use on multi-cargo berths and jetties. The Shiploaders include heavy duty rollers, belting and skirting complete with anti-roll back to handle the large rock along with 600 mm spacing of the rollers to minimise ‘bounce’ of the material when the units stop in operation. This material is further controlled with the variable speed drive on the shiploaders, which work along with the feeder to ensure full operational control in all scenarios.

Telestack's shiploading solutions are engineered for high throughput, operational efficiency and flexibility achieved through mobility. Telestack’s International Sales Manager Carl Donnelly explains, “Telestack has a huge portfolio of international projects that demonstrate our expertise. Our team is experienced in high profile projects and value the pre-engineering stage that allows the solution to develop as a result of true collaboration, listening to the needs of the operation, using decades of experience. This process isn’t just one meeting – it takes time, patience and partnerships which we pride ourselves on.”

Heavy-duty design for heavy-duty product

The high-capacity loading ability of the Telestack solutions enables the rapid transfer of rock materials, minimising turnaround times for the FFPV. In addition, they ensure material is delivered to vessels accurately and in compliance with environmental regulations.

Mobile shiploading can enhance the operational performance and productivity of a port by offering greater flexibility, efficiency, and cost savings compared to fixed loading systems. These mobile units allow ports to quickly adapt to different vessel sizes and cargo types, reducing vessel turnaround times and increasing throughput. By eliminating the need for extensive infrastructure modifications, mobile shiploaders minimise CAPEX while still providing high-capacity loading rates.

Rapid deployment ensures that revenue streams start flowing almost immediately. Unlike traditional systems that experience downtime due to empty return cycles, mobile solutions enable continuous loading, maximising throughput while reducing operating costs. Designed for simplicity, these machines require minimal training, are easy to maintain, and eliminate complex electrical systems, ensuring smooth, uninterrupted operations.

By embracing mobile solutions, companies like DEME and others within the offshore industry can unlock efficiency, safety, and environmental benefits in handling their offshore Rock.

 

 

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