Factory acceptance tests (FATs) for both vessels have been progressing with the controllable pitch propellers and propeller shafts (x2) for Scillonian IV being fabricated and tested in Wuxi, China.

The Hull Vane for Scillonian IV has been fabricated and shipped from the Netherlands.

The steering gear for Menawethan has been built and tested in Penryn, Cornwall.

The propeller shafts (2) for Menawethan have been fabricated and shipped from Balino, Spain.

The electrical switchboards for Menawethan have been fabricated and tested in Concarneau, France.

The factory acceptance tests include testing of the machinery safety systems and performance of the equipment enabling any issues to be identified before the machinery is delivered to the shipyard.

Classification Society surveyors, Lloyd’s Register, attend the FATs for all the major machinery and auxiliary equipment, such as the main engines, generators, electrical switchboards, gearboxes, etc and issue certificates on completion of satisfactory tests, as part of the supply chain quality assurance process.

Piriou and ISSG attend the factory acceptance tests to verify the performance of the machinery and confirm that it functions correctly and in accordance with specification. Should there be any issues, these can be addressed and resolved prior to the machinery being delivered to the shipyard.