Offshore Carousels
Offshore Cable Carousels for Subsea Cable InstallationPrecision-engineered carousels that deliver maximum uptime for demanding offshore cable operations
When your offshore cable installation cannot afford delays or equipment failures, PASSER carousels deliver the precision engineering and operational reliability that critical projects require. Built to the highest industry standards with decades of EPCI experience behind every custom design.
Custom-engineered carousels or rental fleet options available.
Key Benefits for Cable Installation Vessels
Maximum operational uptime - Built-in redundancy and precision engineering ensures continuous operation during critical installation windows
Minimised project downtime - Pre-assembly and test-assembly at our facilities eliminates offshore commissioning delays and equipment surprises
Enhanced crew safety - Advanced safety measures and automated controls reduce human error while protecting crew in challenging offshore environments
Precise cable handling - Real-time monitoring of cable tension, speed, and position enables informed operational decisions throughout installation
Vessel integration flexibility - Direct compatibility with loading towers, tensioners, and existing deck spread equipment optimises workflow efficiency
Offshore-rated reliability - Chain-sprocket drive system with redundancy and robust wheel-and-track system handle accelerations from sea motion
Premium Engineering for Critical Operations
Robust Wheel-and-Track Design
Our innovative carousel design utilises a robust wheel-and-track system mounted on steel grillage fastened securely to the vessel’s deck. The chain-sprocket drive system features built-in redundancy for enhanced reliability, with a rotating deck supported by radial arms and a durable steel-plating structure.
Hydraulic-Controlled Transport System
During transit between projects, wheels are lowered, ensuring the carousel rests securely on steel grillage without wheel contact, enhancing stability during mobilisation and protecting equipment during transport.
Advanced Control Integration
Integrated control systems automate key processes while providing real-time data on critical parameters, including cable tension, speed, and position. This enables operators to make informed decisions quickly, ensuring optimal performance throughout cable laying operations.
Custom Engineering Specifications
Every carousel is precision-engineered to your exact specifications using our decades of experience with high-end cable handling equipment for the offshore energy sector. We engineer and fabricate according to customer specifications rather than offering standard catalogue items.
Configuration Options for Diverse Projects
Split Carousel Design - Independent or synchronised inner and outer compartments provide operational flexibility for complex cable installation requirements where standard configurations cannot accommodate diverse operational needs.
Slewing Bearing Alternative - PASSER offshore carousels can also be delivered with slewing bearing solutions where project specifications require this configuration for enhanced performance.
Vessel Deck Integration - Seamless integration with upstream and downstream equipment such as loading towers and main deck tensioners optimises your complete project workflow and vessel operations.
Why Major Installation Contractors Choose PASSER
Complete Lifecycle Control - We handle everything from structural engineering and feasibility studies through fabrication at our certified Klaipeda facilities to installation support and ongoing maintenance, eliminating coordination risks.
Proven on Critical Projects - Recent deliveries include 2,000-tonne systems for Global Marine Group at Port of Blyth and Aker Solutions in China, demonstrating capability on major offshore cable installations.
Premium Fabrication Standards - Streamlined fabrication, including pre-assembly and test-assembly at our facilities with deep water quays, ensures your carousel operates correctly when it reaches your installation vessel.
Global Installation Support - Our installation teams follow equipment to site with the engineers who designed your carousel available during commissioning and startup operations.
Discuss Your Carousel Requirements With Our Experts
With decades of experience delivering carousels for major offshore cable installations, our specialists understand what it takes to ensure your equipment performs reliably in challenging offshore conditions.
Gunnar Haug
Sales Director
M: +47 41 22 27 88
E: gunnar.haug@passer.no