During September 2015, the FS Pegasus mobilised for a ‘Boulder clearing’ project in the ‘offshore renewables’ sector. The vessel was fitted with a 35 tonne ‘A’ frame over the stern and a 15 tonne ‘self’ tensioning winch complete with utility ROV.
The UTROV had a series of ‘multi-tools’ comprising of: Tine Grab, Clam Shell Grab, Shear Grab and Mass Flow Excavator. In addition to the normal lights and cameras, the UTROV was fitted with ‘blue-view’ thermal imaging and ‘blue spider’ survey tools.
The vessel was also fitted with 3 x temporary accommodation modules providing individual cabins and offices for client representatives.
The vessel is currently operating on the Rampion Windfarm off the South Coast of England providing diver-less boulder clearing and sea-bed surveying in one pass operation.