Anchor Handling Tug Supply (AHTS) Operations
Offshore Marine Support & Anchor Handling Services in Thailand
Overview
Two Offshore Marine (Thailand) Ltd. provides Anchor Handling Tug Supply (AHTS) Operations to support offshore oil & gas and offshore energy projects requiring reliable marine support, disciplined execution, and strong regulatory compliance.
Delivered through a Thailand-incorporated and locally governed operating platform, our AHTS operations support anchor handling, towing, and offshore marine activities using DP and non-DP vessels, selected and deployed based on project scope, environmental conditions, and regulatory requirements.
All AHTS operations are planned and executed in accordance with Thai maritime regulations, Port State Control (Thailand) requirements, HSSE standards, and client contractual frameworks, ensuring safe and accountable offshore execution.
Role of AHTS Vessels in Offshore Operations
AHTS vessels play a critical role in offshore drilling, construction, installation, and maintenance activities. Their performance directly impacts marine safety, schedule integrity, and operational risk.
- Our role is to ensure AHTS vessels are:
- Appropriately selected and configured for project requirements
- Safely integrated into the offshore marine spread
- Operated under disciplined marine and HSSE controls
- Coordinated effectively with offshore installations and support assets
- Each operation is structured around project-specific operational needs, marine risk assessments, and regulatory obligations.
Scope of AHTS Operations
Anchor Handling & Towing Support
- We provide AHTS operational management and coordination to support a range of offshore marine activities, including:
- Anchor handling for offshore installations and units
- Towing operations for offshore structures and marine assets
- Assistance during offshore positioning and mooring activities
- Support during installation, relocation, and demobilisation phases
- Operations are executed with a strong emphasis on marine safety, risk management, and procedural compliance.
DP & Non-DP AHTS Operations
- Our AHTS operations utilise both DP and non-DP vessels, deployed according to project requirements and environmental conditions.
- Our scope includes:
- DP-supported offshore operations requiring enhanced station-keeping capability
- Non-DP operations suitable for defined marine scopes and environments
- Vessel selection based on bollard pull, deck capacity, and project needs
- Operational planning aligned with marine risk assessments and client procedures
- This approach ensures that vessel capability is fit-for-purpose, without unnecessary complexity or risk exposure.
Offshore Marine Support & Logistics Interface
- AHTS vessels often operate as part of a wider offshore marine spread. We provide structured coordination to ensure safe and efficient interaction between assets.
- Our scope includes:
- Marine coordination with accommodation barges and support vessels
- Interface management with offshore installations and construction activities
- Clear communication and reporting between offshore and onshore teams
- Support for offshore logistics and marine movement planning
- This integrated approach supports safe marine operations and uninterrupted project execution.
HSSE, Compliance & Marine Risk Management
- Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) governance is embedded across all AHTS operations.
- Our approach includes:
- Compliance with Thai maritime laws and applicable regulations
- Alignment with Port State Control (Thailand) requirements
- Project-specific marine risk assessments and method reviews
- HSSE planning, monitoring, and incident prevention measures
- Alignment with client HSSE frameworks and offshore oil & gas expectations
- Executive oversight is provided through a Thailand-based management structure, ensuring accountability, regulatory alignment, and disciplined marine execution.
Project-Based Execution Lifecycle
- AHTS operations are delivered on a project-by-project basis, with clearly defined scope, responsibilities, and reporting structures.
- Our involvement typically includes:
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Planning & Readiness
Review of project scope, marine risks, vessel capability, and regulatory requirements -
Offshore Execution
Operational supervision, marine coordination, and HSSE oversight -
Completion & Close-Out
Structured reporting, documentation, and compliance review - This lifecycle approach ensures control, consistency, and compliance throughout offshore execution.
Access to AHTS Vessels
- AHTS vessels are made available through Two Offshore Marine’s regional joint-venture platform, providing access to DP and non-DP vessels suitable for a wide range of offshore marine requirements.
- Vessel selection is determined by:
- Project scope and operational complexity
- Environmental and marine conditions
- Regulatory and contractual obligations
- This ensures that offshore marine support is appropriate, compliant, and operationally effective, while maintaining clear governance and accountability.
Why Two Offshore Marine (Thailand) Ltd.
- Clients engage Two Offshore Marine (Thailand) Ltd. for AHTS operations because we provide:
- Thailand-based governance and decision-making authority
- Strong HSSE and regulatory discipline
- Experienced offshore marine operations management
- Clear accountability and structured supervision
- Reliable access to AHTS capability through a regional platform
- Our focus is on safe and responsible offshore marine execution, not simply vessel availability.
Operating Region
Thailand
Core operating region
Southeast Asia
Extended region for applicable projects
