Client: Chantier Naval Forillon
Client industry: Shipyard
Navanex collaborated with Chantier Naval Forillon as an affiliated engineering firm, leading the design. For this project, Navanex assisted on a contract given to Chantier Naval Forillon by the Mi’gmaq community of Listuguj, located on the Gaspé Peninsula.
Dream
The Mi’gmaq community of Listuguj wanted to renew and modernize its fleet of fishing vessels. Given that vessel use varies by season and fishing type, the client sought to acquire more modern, versatile equipment to ensure the sustainability of this important economic driver.
Requirements
- Design a crab fishing boat that can be converted into a trawler;
- Modernize the vessel and its equipment;
- Respect the technical and budgetary criteria.
Create
In addition to delivering a product that meets the customer’s expectations and essential needs, our team developed a boat maintenance plan. With this additional tool, customers can optimize equipment life and get more from it.
Benefits
- Proposal of a turnkey and customized product;
- Personalized support at every stage, from design to construction;
- Complete boat maintenance plan;
- Vessel easily adaptable to needs
- Equipment safety optimization.
Results
- Convertible equipment offering substantial savings;
- A 25% increase in loading capacity;
- Increased visibility, ensuring greater safety;
- Superior quality and durability product;
- Sustainability of the community’s business activities.
Navigate
This Navanex design allows the vessel’s deck configuration to be modified to accommodate the equipment required for trawl fishing. The vessel’s wide versatility enables it to adapt quickly to changes in biomass and market demand. Easily convertible, this boat saves money by eliminating the need to purchase a second vessel. The Chantier Naval Forillon incorporated modern control equipment and customized the interior layout to ensure the crew of seven had adequate comfort. The bulbous bow improves hydrodynamic efficiency and provides greater longitudinal stability. The vessel is equipped with an IMO Tier III engine with a catalyst system that reduces NOx emissions. The equipment meets the Listuguj First Nation’s requirements for international environmental standards and ensures a sustainable fishery for future generations.
Testimonial
“It was great to work with the Navanex team, who did an outstanding job on the boat. Engineers added value by integrating an RSW system and by designing the wheelhouse and crew accommodations to allow the entire crew to fish comfortably at sea. I believe that in the future, this vessel will create jobs in our community.”
– Blayze Isaac, captain
Ⓓ – NAVANEX INC. – Registered Industrial Design, Boat Stabilizer
