Launch and Recovery Systems for safe and efficient launch and recovery
Evotec FlexiLARS™ combines high dynamic response, advanced motion control and integrated electric technology for safe and efficient launch and recovery in demanding offshore operations.
High-performance Launch and Recovery Systems
Built around your operation
Newbuild or retrofit. Moonpool, hangar, stern or over-the-side. Single or multiple systems. FlexiLARS™ is configured around your vessel, available space, interfaces and operational requirements – integrating frames, winches, handling equipment and control into one complete solution.
Built to fit
Combine frames, winches and handling equipment to create the FlexiLARS™ solution your operation requires.
- Long out / in - reach
- LED flood lights
- Pivot posibilities
- Cursor system
- Active heave compensated
- Top and bottom hatches
- Most reliable system in the industry
- Best AHC performance
- Smooth and hazzle free operation
- Space saving
- Safe and gentle handling
- Higher operational performance
- Vertical retrieval
- SRPM technology
- Best AHC performance
- Compact design
- Compact design
- Active Heave Compensated
- Remote and local control
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More operating hours. Less waiting for weather.
Extend your operational window
FlexiLARS™ is engineered to maintain controlled, predictable launch and recovery as vessel motion increases – helping operators make better use of available weather windows while maintaining the required safety margins.
High dynamic response
Fast, smooth response to vessel motion supports precise control during launch and recovery as sea conditions change.
Anti-snatch functionality
Maintains controlled umbilical tension, helping reduce shock loads, protect valuable equipment and minimise operational interruptions.
Intelligent motion control
Coordinates system movements and automated sequences to support predictable, repeatable and controlled handling operations.
Active heave compensation
Compensates for vessel motion to support stable deployment and recovery throughout critical phases of the operation.
Evotec CORE™ Drive
One component. Connect power. Go.
Evotec CORE™ Drive integrates motor and inverter into one compact unit mounted directly on the handling system.
By eliminating separate frequency converters, cabinets and high-power cable runs, CORE™ Drive reduces installation scope, integration effort and commissioning time.
Proven in demanding conditions
During operations onboard Odin Viking, the ROV was deployed in significant wave heights of around four metres. According to the vessel’s captain, the FlexiLARS™ system performed flawlessly, with excellent heave compensation and smooth winch performance.
Every operating hour matters
The operational value of keeping operations moving
Fewer interruptions mean more productive operating time, shorter project duration and reduced exposure to weather-related costs.
Fewer weather-related interruptions and port calls
Avoiding two weather-driven port calls per year could save approximately €40,000–€120,000 in direct costs – excluding lost operating time.*
Protect valuable equipment
Avoiding a single snatch-load or cable-damage incident could reduce potential cost exposure by approximately €25,000–€1,000,000, including repair and downtime.**
*Based on an illustrative day rate of €120,000.
**Illustrative examples based on assumed operating days, day rates and cost scenarios. Actual values will vary by vessel, contract, operation and operating conditions.
Make better use of available space
Compact where it matters
Compact electric architecture
Space-efficient winch and drive technology helps reduce footprint and weight.
Flexible system layouts
Frames, winches and handling equipment can be configured around available deck and hangar space.
Better access
System layouts can improve access around the ROV and handling equipment for operation, service and maintenance.
Newbuild or retrofit
FlexiLARS™ can be engineered for new vessels or integrated into existing vessels
Designed to fit. Engineered to integrate
Simplify vessel integration
Complete system integration
Frames, winches, cursor systems, hatches, sheave arrangements and control work together as one coordinated handling solution.
Simplified installation
Compact electric solutions and pre-engineered configurations can reduce installation complexity and streamline work at the shipyard.
Predictable integration. Repeatable performance.
A common technology platform and reuse of proven solutions can reduce engineering complexity and increase predictability from design through commissioning and operation.
Efficient by design
Reduce energy use
Fully electric drive technology combines high efficiency with the fast response and precise control required for demanding launch and recovery operations.
Efficient electric drive technology
SRPM motor technology is designed for high efficiency across demanding operating profiles.
Reduced hydraulic dependency
Fully electric winch solutions reduce the need for hydraulic components, with potential benefits for energy efficiency, maintenance and system complexity.
Powered and controlled by Evotec CORE™
One intelligent platform for the complete operation
Evotec CORE™ integrates electric drives, automation, safety systems and operator interfaces into one common architecture.
One integrated control platform
Winches, frames, hatches, cursor systems and other handling functions are coordinated through one common control architecture.
Controlled automated sequences
Multiple manual steps can be combined into defined sequences for more predictable and repeatable execution.
Continuous monitoring and control
Position, movement, load and other system data support controlled execution throughout the operation.
Operator in control
Automation supports the operation while manual control and intervention remain available when required.
Prepared for the next step
The CORE™ platform also enables integration with remote launch and recovery when required.
Ready for new operating models
Remote operation when required
FlexiLARS™ can be prepared for integration with Evotec CORE™ Remote, enabling launch and ecovery operations to be moved from vessel to shore when required.
Reduce offshore manning
Moving operator functions onshore can reduce offshore personnel requirements, mobilisation, travel and personnel exposure.
Use competence more efficiently
Shore-based operators can support operations across vessels without being physically tied to one vessel.
Remote proven in operation
Evotec CORE™ Remote is already in operational use with DeepOcean for ROV launch and recovery from shore.
Read more: See how DeepOcean performs ROV launch and recovery from shore
Available in Ex configuration
Engineered for hazardous-area operations
FlexiLARS™ canbe configured to meet relevant Ex requirements for offshore drilling and other hazardous-area operations.
FlexiLARS functionality
Ex configurations can incorporate Active Heave Compensation, Anti-Snatch, automatic spooling and monitoring of length and tension – configured to project requirements.
Proven Ex capability
Evotec has secured repeat orders for Ex-certified FlexiLARS™ systems for offshore drilling vessels.
Learn more about Evotec’s Ex-certified handling solutions
EX-proven through repeat orders
Following the first orders for two Ex-certified LARS systems, the same international customer expanded its order to a total of five systems.
Read about Evotec’s Ex-certified FlexiLARS™ deliveries
Evotec Achieves Hat-Trick in Drilling Contracts
Evotec selected for supplying Ex-LARS Units for Offshore Drilling Vessel
Configured for your mission
One platform. Multiple offshore applications.
From single systems to complete handling solutions
FlexiLARS™ can be configured as a single LARS or as part of an integrated handling package with multiple systems and associated equipment.
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