Viking of the Orient Class - Liveaboard Dive Charter Vessel

NEW BUILD – FINANCE AVAILABLE - Wright International Ltd has won a Worldwide exclusive on the sale and manufacture of these superb dive charter vessels. These magnificent dive charter vessels were designed in Norway and are built in Thailand under the watchful eye of the Norwegian Manufacturer. It is not hard to see the Scandinavian influence for the preoccupation for safety at sea when you look at the inventory on these vessels. Built by the craftsman in one of the finest parts of the world for carpentry, these boats are designed to be used anywhere in the world. Built to BV or RINA classification they will be tailor made to your final specification. This means that wherever they are used in the world no two boats will be identical as they are individually constructed to suit the buyer. The price will be specific to your design so the indicated price has to be taken as a guide price only. Each vessel can be designed and built in less than one year from date of order and will be built with staged payments to make it easy on the buyer to see where his money has spent to date. Finally handed over in one of the most idyllic bays in the world, you will be able to say through some of the most scenic waters described by some as the closest place to heaven on earth, on your way back to its home port, wherever that may be. If you would like an estimate for just how little it costs to build your dream vessel, then simply call either Robert or Greig and we will organise this for you.

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Dimensions

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Engines

These boats are designed to be used anywhere in the world and as a result the Manufacturer will find the best engines for your region of the world. Powered at twin 415BHP, the engines will have all aspects taken into consideration including keel cooling if required. Access to all major engine manufacturers is not an issue and is therefore open to discussion from day one.

The twin auxiliary engines will be power rated to suit the power required by you for safe cruising in International waters.

It is important to get the balance between power and economy to ensure you get the most from your investment. The design team will ensure that all your requirements have been assed before coming up with suggested engines and auxiliary engines. As no specific manufacturer has been installed, it means that the design team can supply you with a vessel specially constructed for your requirements.

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Construction

These vessels are built to BV or RINA standard of construction and can be sailed in most waters of the world as a result. Designed and built with the latest technology and equipment, these vessels represent the elite of the Dive Charter Business.

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Accomodation

Thailand has earned a worldwide status of offering not only the finest craftsmanship, but also the finest materials in the world. It is noticeable from the moment you step onboard Viking of the orient till the moment you leave, that this is no ordinary dive boat. This luxury Dive Charter vessel has been fitted out to the highest of standards, higher than that achieved in most European countries and offers a very comfortable accommodation for her 24 guests in en-suite rooms. As this boat was purposely designed and built as a charter vessel, there is a further 5 rooms for her 15 of a crew. This was specifically laid out to give each and every one of her privileged guests the same privacy and luxury as all others onboard.

Viking of the Orient is also equipped wit a medical room that has been designed to be used in any emergency and has all the standard hospital equipment on board including oxygen, etc. This has meant all passengers onboard can relax with absolutely no worries whatsoever. When ever you go on this dive charter, you should have only two
things on your mind; how to make the best of the diving experience and how to ensure you leave Thailand relaxed and refreshed.

Her saloon is full air conditioned for use in the fantastic waters off the Simian Islands where she sails at present. The latest technology has been used with Plazma screens and video equipment being used on board during the trip for training purposes.

As well as this there is a Communications room with satellite telephones and internet facility as well as computers, printers and scanners for use by crew and her guests.

Decking Equipment

Sundeck/Upper Deck: Enjoy the beautiful warm sunshine from the comfort of the 60m2 sundeck. The benches and cushions allow you relax in style.

Upper Deck: Dining Room/Briefing Room is fitted with panoramic windows offering a view of the stunning tropical islands visited on the cruise. If you can force yourself to look away this is where the latest TV, VCR and training facilities are located.
Galley – a small galley is to be found on this deck for the occasional snack.
Library – As this vessel is listed a 5- star PADI centre the library holds all the course manuals and books required for the trip.
Captains Quarters – As the Captain lives on board even when in port this well fitted out en-suite cabin provides the Captain with the luxury he deserves.
Bridge – The Bridge reflects the style to be found throughout the vessel. Fitted with all the latest navigation aids she is a credit to her proud owners.

Main Deck: The luxury continues into the 12 en-suite cabins each equipped with air- conditioning, showers and bunk beds. Each cabin has its own sea view and the passengers can relax on the way to the next island to be visited.
The main deck also has the hydraulic dive platform allowing a carefree access to and from the crystal clear waters.
Forward of the cabins is the sun area where you can relax in the soft gentle breeze as she steams to her next destination.

Lower Deck: This is the nerve centre of the ship with its Galley, PharmacyCommunications room, Photo Lab, Biology Lab, Crew cabins and storage cabins.

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Navigation Equipment

When designing this class of vessel it is important to discuss the waters it is going to be uses in and the purpose the vessel is going to be employed to do. This will give a better insight into the range of electronics to be installed on board for the buyer to maximise its potential. A suggested array of electronics is shown below:-

•Furuno FR-2125 X-band Radar
•Furuno FE-700 Echo Sounder
•Furuno GP-90 DGPS
•Furuno Autopilot
•Furuno Magnetic Compass
•Furuno FA-100 AIS
•Furuno 2024 Anemometer & Anemoscope
•Furuno 250W GMDSS(A1+A2+A3)
•Furuno FA-100 NAVTEX
•FM-8500 VHF/FM Radiotelephone
•2 -set EPIRB
•3-sets Portable VHF
•Felcom-15 Inmarsat-C
•2-sets Radar Transponder 9GHz
•WDQ-1 Fog Siren
•6HS S.P. Telephone
•CK-1 P/A System
•JA X39 Weather Fax Inmarsat D sat telephones
•Inmarsat C High speed Internet and e-mail service
•VHF Radio
•SSB Radio
•GPS
•Radar
•Echo Sounder
•Sonic Altimeter
•Mobile Telephone

Safety Equipment

Whichever class is adopted either BV or RINA the main issue will always be focused on safety. The safety equipment on board will not only comply but will make sure it is more than compensated for the areas this vessel is likely to be used in. On a previous vessel the following was issued and can be used as guide to your requirements:-

•CO2 Express Fire smothering system as per BV Rules
•Fire detection system
•50 x Life buoy
•50 x Life jacket
•4 x 15 man inflatable liferaft
•24 x 9L foam fire extinguisher
•14 x 6Kg CO2
•1 x 100L foam fire extinguisher
•2 x 6Kg powder fire extinguisher
•2 x sets fireman outfits
•2 x Fire axe
•12 x Parachute distress rockets
•1 x Line throwing appliance
•60M3/hr FiFi/Bilge general pump rate
•30M3/hr Emergency FiFi pump rate
•Satellite Distress alarm button
•Life saving rafts
•Smoke detectors throughout the vessel
•40,000L Fire detectors & Extinguishers
•DAN Oxygen Kit
•First Aid
•Oxygen
•Water tight passengeways below decks with bulk heads

Disclaimer

The details of this vessel is offered in good faith but cannot be guaranteed. Nor can we warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.