Pipe-laying ship

A pipelaying ship is a maritime vessel used in the construction of subsea infrastructure.

It serves to connect oil production platforms with refineries on shore.

To accomplish this goal a typical pipelaying vessel carries a heavy lift crane, used to install pumps and valves, and equipment to lay pipe between subsea structures.

Recent advances have been made, with pipe being laid in water depths of more than 2,500 metres (8,200 ft).

These vessels are capable of laying pipe on the ocean floor in addition to their primary job.