Ben Cheatham, Delivery Lead, Chevron
Andrew Gauthier, Director, Marine Operations, Crowley Tug and Barge
Pieter Van Den Eijnde, Lead Engineer, COSCO Shipping Heavy Transport
Tijs Van Der Zee, Project Engineer, Boskalis Offshore Energy, Heavy Marine Transport
Transporting offshore facilities from fabrication yard to installation site is a critical phase that shapes project success. This panel explores the technical, commercial, and logistical considerations of wet and dry tow operations, including asset-specific transport requirements, regional challenges, and transport envelope constraints. Experts will discuss load-out methods, vessel selection, weather and metocean risks, contracting strategies, insurance, and marine warranties. The session also examines regulatory approvals, local content requirements, market conditions, and emerging trends affecting offshore transportation. Attendees will gain practical insights and lessons learned to optimize transport strategies, reduce risk, and improve project execution in a rapidly evolving offshore industry.