[Talon]

Cheers Tom,

The Warren looks like a smaller version of a Sunseeker Predator.
What angle does the DYT ship have to keep whilst submerging, too much too quickly would have the yachts slip off the wooden props.

[CTdave]

Originally Posted by CatalinaDYT

Dear CDdave:

Due to the Jones Act, we are not allowed to go from one US port to another; same with Mexico. So, taking into consideration the demand you have mentioned above, you may want to take advantage of our Newport, RI to Freeport, Bahamas shuttle coming up in fall 2007. First time ever for Dockwise!

We aim to please, so we welcome all suggestions.

Smooth sailing,

CatalinaDYT

Ah hah!!! Now were talking!!! I am going to get a quote right away! Thanks so much.

[CaptTom]

Talon,
It takes a while for the ship to ballast. You really don't feel it. No sudden jerks, drops, movements. The aft lowers first (of course) but the entire ship goes down so it's not really on an angle. During the process, the load master is down on deck and the catwalks, with the captain in the aft wheel house running the pumps, always in radio contact.

[Talon]

I have seen smaller semi-submersibles in operation, so was just curious on a larger vessel.

I (Maybe others too!) would like to see this in operation by having a link to a video.
Snippits of starting to ballast, mid way, then yachts on, back to floating.
The media on DYTs site shows a cursory glance of the sinking / loading process.


Is this possible??

Jay

[lwrandall]

If my memory serves me correctly I think Dockwise was featured on a Discovery Channel or Travel Channel show called "Megaships"(?). The segment goes through the entire process of loading, transport and unloading. It's very impressive to see all the work that goes into this operation. It gets replayed from time to time. I have my Tivo set to record anything with YACHT and this show pops up every couple of months.

Here is a 5 min video from youtube that is shows you the process.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LpNKBxa9LO0

[CatalinaDYT]

Originally Posted by Talon

Cheers Tom,

The Warren looks like a smaller version of a Sunseeker Predator.
What angle does the DYT ship have to keep whilst submerging, too much too quickly would have the yachts slip off the wooden props.

Dear Talon:

Not sure what the angles are, Talon, but the yacht carrier crew, combined with our loading masters and draftsmen, are the ones to receive credit for smooth operations. I give them a LOT of credit!!! Besides, these ships were built purposefully and specifically for heavy cargo. We pride ourselves on safety and reliability.

BTW, Warren has been a loyal client for quite some time now. Thank you, Sean!

Smooth sailing,
CatalinaDYT

[CatalinaDYT]

Originally Posted by CTdave

Ah hah!!! Now were talking!!! I am going to get a quote right away! Thanks so much.

You are quite welcome. Glad to be of service...

CatalinaDYT

[CatalinaDYT]

Originally Posted by CaptTom

Talon,
It takes a while for the ship to ballast. You really don't feel it. No sudden jerks, drops, movements. The aft lowers first (of course) but the entire ship goes down so it's not really on an angle. During the process, the load master is down on deck and the catwalks, with the captain in the aft wheel house running the pumps, always in radio contact.

I do believe it takes six hours to balast, and vice-versa.

CatalinaDYT

[CatalinaDYT]

Originally Posted by lwrandall

If my memory serves me correctly I think Dockwise was featured on a Discovery Channel or Travel Channel show called "Megaships"(?). The segment goes through the entire process of loading, transport and unloading. It's very impressive to see all the work that goes into this operation. It gets replayed from time to time. I have my Tivo set to record anything with YACHT and this show pops up every couple of months.

Here is a 5 min video from youtube that is shows you the process.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LpNKBxa9LO0

We were featured on Discovery Channel's SUPER SHIPS. In addition, we were featured in another Discovery Channel special about MEGA YACHTS. I have a copy of both DVDs. Anyone interested, I would be more then happy to burn you a copy.

CatalinaDYT

[Talon]

Thanks for all the responses to my question.
The UK tends to lack Boat / Yacht programs of any substance.
If a copy is on offer then please put me down for one, so I can fully see the "Experts" at work.

How big are the exhausts on the new Dockwise Express? 4ft wide?

[CatalinaDYT]

Originally Posted by Talon

Thanks for all the responses to my question.
The UK tends to lack Boat / Yacht programs of any substance.
If a copy is on offer then please put me down for one, so I can fully see the "Experts" at work.

How big are the exhausts on the new Dockwise Express? 4ft wide?

Gosh, I don't know about the size of the exhausts, but let me find out, okay? This SUPER SHIP is built with some very interesting charasteristics. I will speak with Clemens about publishing some of it's unique abilities.

As for the DVD copy, please send me your snail-mail address to pr@dockwise.com. Gracias =)

CatalinaDYT

[yotphix]

Talon
The angle can be more extreme then you would think without harm. In Golfito SS3 let 4 or 5 boats off the back and took 3 or 4 on by submerging the stern and leaving the bow high. From about midships forward boats never got wet. (See the freeing ports at deck level) Very slick!

[Talon]

I am more and more intrigued with DYT's working with all the new pics here thanks Yotphix.


CatalinaDYT - I have forwarded my snail mail details and now eagerly await your DVD, many many thanks for this!

Talon - Jay