Underwater mountable azimuthing thruster
UUC
Our range of underwater mountable thrusters are designed for easy underwater mounting and dismantling without dry-docking the application. Our underwater mountable thrusters provide reliable transit and DP operation.

A robust, heavy-duty L-drive azimuth thruster specifically designed for extended and reliable DP operation on offshore rigs and drillships. The thrusters are delivered with powers from 2,500 to 6,500 kW. Compact construction provides advantages for mounting at the shipyard and during maintenance. The range is capable of underwater mounting and demounting without the need of dry-docking, using a special lifting technique, unique sealing and locking device.
Key features
- Compact construction
- Designed for extended and reliable DP operations
- Mounting and demounting without the need to dry-dock
- Steering gear for 360 degrees rotation
- Straight or tilted nozzle
Technical data
UUC size | 305 | 355 | 405 | 455 | 505 |
Prop. diameter (m) | 3.0 - 3.2 | 3.5 - 3.5 | 3.8 - 3.8 | 4.1 - 4.1 | 4.5 |
Power (kW) | 3000 - 3200 | 3800 - 4000 | 4500 - 4800 | 5000 - 5500 | 6500 |
Input (rpm) | 720 - 720 | 720 - 750 | 720 - 750 | 720 - 750 | 600 |
Thrust (mtons) | 55 - 61 | 71 - 74 | 84 - 90 | 95 - 102 | 123 |
UUC HT size | 305 | 355 | 405 | 455 | |
Prop. diameter (m) | 4.1 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | |
Power (kW) | 3200 | 3800 | 4500 | 5500 | |
Input (rpm) | 720 | 750 | 720 | 600 | |
Thrust (mtons) | 72 | 86 | 102 | 127 |
Услуги и поддержка
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24/7 Technical support
Our 24/7 technical support team is there to help at any time, day or night, wherever your vessel is.
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CONVERSIONS, RETROFIT AND REFIT
We understand the importance of having the right parts, available in the right place, at the right time.
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Training
Ensure that your crew is properly and thoroughly trained. This will reduce operational risk, downtime and maximise return on asset investment.