ACCIONA has expanded its marine fleet with the addition of Australia’s largest registered jack-up barge, supporting the delivery of critical water infrastructure projects in Western Australia.
The vessel, named Beverley, measures 59.6 metres by 32 metres and is comparable in size to one and a half Olympic swimming pools or slightly more than four basketball courts. It operates on 78-metre legs that lift the platform above the ocean surface, creating a stable and elevated work environment. Designed for strong sea-state performance, the barge features a deck load capacity of 8 tonnes per square metre, helping to minimise the impact of swell, tides and currents. It is equipped with a 400-tonne crane, a helideck and accommodation for up to 50 workers, along with onboard kitchen, dining facilities, office spaces and a medical room to support continuous offshore operations.
The acquisition and commissioning of Beverley mark a significant strategic investment, enhancing ACCIONA’s capacity to execute complex marine infrastructure projects. The addition strengthens the company’s end-to-end capabilities, enabling more efficient and effective project delivery while ensuring access to advanced assets tailored to demanding offshore environments.
ACCIONA CEO for Australia and New Zealand Bede Noonan said Beverley will play a crucial role in the delivery of local projects and future marine works across the region and also carries personal significance for the Noonan family.
“Beverley is a game-changer for marine construction in Australia. Securing the largest registered jack-up barge in Australia supports our ability to deliver some of the most technically challenging, offshore infrastructure projects, at a time when sustainable water infrastructure solutions are more crucial than ever,” Mr Noonan said.
“Currently Beverley is central to the complex construction of the offshore intake structure for desalination projects and will help shape sustainable infrastructure projects for years to come.
“In keeping with maritime tradition, Andre [ACCIONA Chief Operating officer] and I have named the vessel after our mother, Beverley. It’s a tribute that reflects both our family’s connection to the industry and the long-standing custom of naming ships after women. It’s a proud moment for us and our family business.”
The introduction of Beverley highlights ACCIONA’s continued focus on innovation, capability development and the delivery of sustainable infrastructure across Australia and New Zealand.
