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ABS Ocean Barge Charter

Model MARMAC series (incl. MARMAC 400)

ABS-classed A-1, Maltese Cross oceangoing deck barges, US-flagged and Jones Act compliant, from 140' x 40' x 9' up to the 400' x 99'9" x 20' MARMAC 400.

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Description

McDonough's oversized open ocean deck barges are built to U.S. Coast Guard and American Bureau of Shipping requirements and classed A-1, Maltese Cross for all-oceans service. They are US-flagged and Jones Act compliant; two MARMAC units are Mexican-flagged. The largest, MARMAC 400, measures 400' x 100' x 20' and has an internal ballast system and 4,500 PSF deck strength.

Key features

  • Sizes from 140' x 40' x 9' to 400' x 99'9" x 20'
  • Shaped bows, reinforced compartments and stern skegs
  • Anti-fouling bottom paint, steel rubrails and timber fenders
  • Recessed deck fittings on most barges for unobstructed deck use

Applications

Offshore wind feeder transport, heavy machinery and bridge sections.

Specifications

ClassificationABS A-1, Maltese Cross
Size range140’ x 40’ x 9’ to 400’ x 99’9” x 20’
MARMAC 400 deck strength4,500 PSF

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