Topic 3.  Semi-Submersible condition

To prevent the occurrence of sudden tension in mooring lines during the descent of the containers,

Attatch Floaters on each GRIPs, and load ballast water in the hull until Semi-Submersible condition.


  • In Towing condition, waterplane area is large. And the platform makes big motions along the waves.
  • In Semi-Submersible condition, waterplane area is relatively small. And the platform makes small motions.