New Delhi. 07 January 2024. Damen Shipyards Cape Town recently delivered an FCS 3307 patrol vessel to Homeland Integrated Offshore Services Ltd. (Homeland IOSL) in Nigeria. This vessel, on charter with an international energy company, will perform offshore patrol duties to enhance the security of personnel, assets, and the environment in Nigerian maritime territories.
This delivery marks the tenth Damen vessel to join the Homeland fleet, reflecting ongoing fleet expansion efforts. Homeland IOSL reaffirmed its confidence in Damen by signing a contract for this vessel last year. Damen’s approach of building vessels in series and keeping them in stock allows for rapid delivery of proven products to its clients.
The FCS 3307 Patrol is equipped with Damen’s advanced Sea Axe hull technology, which allows it to cut through water at remarkably high speeds, ensuring safety, stability, and comfort for the crew, alongside enhanced maneuverability, and fuel efficiency. The vessel also features a spacious aft deck, facilitating the transfer of cargo to offshore facilities.
Dr. Louis Ekere, CEO of Homeland IOSL said, “Together with Damen as a strategic partner, Homeland IOSL is dedicated to surpassing client expectations through stringent regulatory compliance and adherence to original equipment manufacturer (OEM) guidelines. We also employ top-tier personnel to support our operations while maintaining the highest QHSE standards.”
Tailored solutions
“The recently delivered vessel includes custom features such as ballistic protection in the wheelhouse and messroom area. It also features an electronic fuel monitoring system (EFMS), to allow the operators to monitor fuel use in real time, taking steps to address inefficiencies and reduce fuel consumption and emissions. Homeland IOSL’s FCS 3307 Patrol comes equipped with a night vision camera and a daughter craft to enhance its operational capabilities around the clock.
In addition to the vessel, Damen is providing extensive aftersales support including crew training and a comprehensive spare parts package. Homeland IOSL also benefits from access to Damen’s technical facilities, which support both scheduled and unscheduled services to maximise vessel uptime.”
Damen Shipyards Group – Oceans of Possibilities
Damen Shipyards Group has been in operation for over ninety-five years and offers maritime solutions worldwide, through design, construction, conversion and repair of ships and ship components. By integrating systems we create innovative, high quality platforms, which provide our customers with maximum added value.
Our core values are fellowship, craftsmanship, entrepreneurship and stewardship. Our goal is to become the world’s most sustainable shipbuilder, via digitalisation, standardisation and serial construction of our innovative vessels and through use of circular materials.
Damen operates 35 shipyards and 20 other companies in 20 countries, supported by a worldwide sales and service network. We deliver in the region of 100 vessels per year, with a total production value of over 3 billion euros. We offer direct employment to approximately 12,500 people. In all that we do, our aim to ensure a positive impact on the local environment and society.
Homeland Integrated Offshore Services Ltd.
Homeland IOSL is a leading service provider in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, offering a wide range of services including marine vessel logistics, engineering, procurement, installation and construction, facility maintenance, and project management. Additionally, Homeland provides technical manpower services, oil country tubular goods (OCTG) services, and automated gas oil (AGO) supply services.
Recognised as a top private maritime security company (PMSC), Homeland IOSL maintains a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Nigerian Navy. The company has received accolades from prestigious global institutions such as the US Coast Guard and the Department of Homeland Security Services for the participation of its vessel Guardian 2.
With over fifteen years of experience, Homeland IOSL supports major international oil companies (IOCs) including ExxonMobil, Shell, Chevron, and TotalEnergies, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to the highest international standards (ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018).
