3D Modeling and Layout Engineering

Key Capabilities

Our comprehensive layout engineering and 3D modeling services cover all critical aspects of topside and module design, including:

• Equipment locations and functional arrangement Strategic placement of major equipment (e.g., transformers, switchgear, GIS) to optimize space, weight distribution, and operational efficiency—vital for compact offshore wind substations and marine installation vessel decks.

• Cable routing and tray management Detailed HV/MV/LV cable tray layouts, plenums, and raised flooring to minimize congestion, support redundancy, and facilitate future upgrades—ensuring reliable power distribution with minimal electromagnetic interference.

• Maintenance space and access planning Dedicated laydown areas, clearance zones, and removable sections around equipment for safe, efficient maintenance and major component replacement—reducing downtime in unmanned or remote renewable facilities.

• Escape routes and emergency egress Primary and secondary escape route planning integrated with fire/blast zoning, muster points, and life-saving appliances—prioritizing personnel safety in accordance with SOLAS, NFPA, and marine standards.

• Lighting layout and small power distribution Optimized general, emergency, and task lighting arrangements (including explosion-proof fixtures) for visibility, safety, and energy efficiency—coordinated with small power systems for tools and welfare facilities.

• Building sizing and functional segregation Optimized footprint and compartmentation to balance equipment needs with weight constraints on fixed/floating platforms.

• Fire zoning and suppression system integration Coordinated fire zones with performance-based suppression (e.g., NOVEC 1230) and A-60 divisions.

• Multi-Cable Transit (MCT) penetrations Watertight and fire-rated interfacing for topside cable/pipe runs.

• Access coordination (doors, stairs, landings) Facilitating safe personnel movement and heavy equipment handling.

• HVAC zoning Supporting effective environmental control and redundancy.

Benefits for Renewable and Emerging Technology Projects

• Clash-free designs through iterative 3D modeling, minimizing costly rework during modular fabrication or marine installation

• Enhanced safety and compliance via integrated escape routes, fire zoning, and maintenance access—directly informed by legacy marine and oil & gas standards

• Optimized operability for minimally manned or unmanned platforms in offshore wind, hydrogen, and BESS applications

• Full support for heavy-lift and modular strategies on marine renewable installation vessels

• Reduced risk and accelerated timelines through proven multidiscipline coordination from complex legacy projects

Related Experience

Our team has delivered detailed layout and 3D modeling on landmark projects, including:

• Inch Cape and Moray West Offshore Substations (OTM) – Optimized topside arrangements for efficient BoP integration

• Baltyk Offshore Wind projects – Cable routing and access planning for harsh marine conditions

• BW Catcher FPSO and Sasol modules – Legacy multidiscipline layouts now adapted for renewable substations and process plants

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Explore our advanced 3D modeling and layout services for optimised design in renewable and emerging technology projects. We create detailed digital twins, clash-free layouts, and fabrication-ready models—applying multidiscipline expertise from legacy oil & gas to enhance efficiency in offshore wind substations, marine renewable vessels, and P2X facilities. Contact us for your modeling requirements.