Spain Rescue Systems
Neptuno submarine rescue ship
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With the new MOSHIP and Rescue Support Ship POSEIDON to enter in service by 2026/2027, ESP Navy Submarine Rescue actual capabilities fall on A20 SPS NEPTUNE, a former oilfield tug configured as a Submarine Rescue Ship in early 90´s.
SPS Neptune can deploy a ventilation/Depressurisation System (VDS) either by divers or by ROV. VDS onboard is national manufactured (Langa) with working depth up to 200 m.
| Displacement | 1,860 tons full load |
| Dimensions | 58.48 x 11.86 x 4.21 meters (192 x 39 x 14 feet) |
| Propulsion | 2 diesels, 2 shafts, 4,860 bhp, 13.5 knots |
| Crew | 53 |
| Number Name Year Homeport Notes | A20 Neptuno 1975/88 Cartagena |
Main ROV onboard is Class III ROV SAAB SEAEYE “LEOPARD”
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| Maximum Depth (m) | 1000m | |
| Lifting Capacity (Kg) | 105Kg | |
| Features | LARS or free fly mode (Winch). | 20ft 4R and P manipulators, HD Cameras, Scanning sonar, High resolution Sonar, cutter, rotary cutter 6 inch. |
| Both portable and flyable. | System includes HPR. |
