The role of supply vessels in offshore logistics

摘要: Oil companies are gradually becoming more focused on optimizing their upstream logistics. However, little research regarding logistics has been published. We argue that would be beneficial and attention must given to one of the largest cost elements in chain – supply vessels. explore vessel as a means transport carry out analysis based use Norwegian continental shelf. Carrying capacity, sailing, loading unloading capabilities established main features vessel. Thereafter we discuss relevant logistical trade-offs within among these features, also relation environment vessels operate in. This elaboration clearly shows complexity involved when searching for ‘optimal’ The indicates design system should challenged future. believe findings this article will considerable value both practitioners academics.