Ship-shape so far: MV Glen Sannox passes first sea trials
The MV Glen Sannox has successfully completed phase one of her sea trials.
The vessel has spent the last week sailing on the Clyde, with ship-spotters from Arran and around the coast sharing photos of her in action.
It was taking part in ‘builder’s sea trials’, which allow the shipyard to test the capabilities of the vessel’s propulsion, automation, power generation and navigation systems.
These processes includes rigorous testing of the main engines, generators, thrusters and the vessel’s performance and manoeuvring capabilities, as well as her speed, stability and efficiency.
During testing, the Sannox achieved a maximum speed of 16.7 knots speed, confirming she can comfortably operate at her planned rate of 14.5 knots.
David Tydeman, chief executive at Ferguson Marine, said: “The results of this first phase of trials have been overwhelmingly positive, clearly demonstrating the advanced technology which MV Glen Sannox will bring to the CalMac fleet. Next steps for the vessel will be a return to the Ferguson Marine quayside where she will undergo further outfitting and LNG system work before a trip to dry dock in early April.
“After that will come what’s known as ‘owner’s sea trials’ with CMAL as representatives for Scottish ministers on board. In April and May, she will also undergo endurance tests, when she will operate at higher speeds for longer periods of time.”
The trials, which saw the vessel sailing as far as the lower Clyde between the Isle of Bute and Largs, was overseen by Lloyd’s Register, a technical and professional services organisation and a maritime classification society.
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