Releases featuring changes to the simulation engine can affect case outputs. Releases affecting output calculations will be marked in the release information below. If you require case outputs to remain the same, do not rerun simulations on any of these cases following a marked release.



Release versionDesign v3.49.0
Release DateOctober 7th, 2024



HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Product
Feeder scenario modeling enhancements for Wind farm construction projects modeling

We are pleased to announce the launch of the Enhanced Feeder Modeling feature in our Design Construction software. This update introduces the ability for feeders to remain offshore for extended periods, delivering multiple assets sequentially to installation vessels with limited space. The new capabilities aim to enhance operational planning, improve installation workflow, and optimize feeder/barge usage in offshore wind projects.

Key Benefits:

  1. Feeders now have the ability to carry multiple components simultaneously and deliver them one at a time as installation vessel deck space becomes available in the case.
  2. Feeders can stay offshore longer, reducing the need for frequent returns to port, which lowers fuel costs and increases efficiency in the simulation model.

Technical Overview:

  • We’ve added a "Maximum capacity per transfer to HLV" field to define how many components a feeder can deliver in one trip. If more tasks remain, the feeder will automatically move to the next location and await further transfers.




  • A new "Transit to Next Asset" process has been introduced to handle feeder movement between locations. By default, the speed for this step is set to 0, following standard configuration rules.



User Action for Existing Cases:

Important: In existing cases, the default speed for this step is set to 0, which will result in the case failing.

 A case checker will notify users to configure the speed for the new "Transit to Next Asset" step. 

Users must manually set the speed to an appropriate value before running the simulation again.

Construction 3
Bug fixWe have addressed and removed faulty error notifications in Design construction- Asset- task tab to improve the user experience and reduce confusion.
Con 3









Release dateOctober 1, 2024
Feature Route planner - Advanced options



HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Product
Route Planner - Advanced options for Design

Key Features - Advanced options

  1. Model various routes tailored to different logistic types, such as vessels and helicopters.
  2. Choose the destination of each route from the base.
  3.  Define the logistic load conditions for each route.

For more details: Refer to this guide
This feature is available for all users of Design Con, O&M.


Practical application

  • 10 Knot Speed Restriction: Model the 10-knot speed restriction for the first 30 nautical miles outside the US coast, meeting US developers' requirements.
  • Helicopter Routing: Differentiate helicopter routes from sailing routes, addressing longstanding industry demands.
  • Heavy Lift Vessels (HLVs): Plan different routes for HLVs entering and exiting harbors to minimize delays.
  • Onshore Transportation: Enhance modeling for specialized trucks, such as those transporting nacelles and blades.
  • Floating Wind: Distinguish between towing routes for semisub tows and regular sailing routes.
  • Long Voyages: Plan distinct routes to ports and fabrication yards, considering cost-effective options like avoiding the Suez Canal.

 Start exploring the advanced modeling capabilities with Shoreline Design!

Con 3, O&M






Release date24 September, 2024
FeatureLogistics Charter and Lead time management for O&M Major component repair modeling



HeadlineDescriptionShoreline product
Logistics charter and Lead time management
This is one of the important updates to our Logistics charter management in O&M. This will optimize logistics lead times and charter periods, to enable users to be able to model the practical needs of real-world operations.

Key Improvements:
  • Shoresim, the simulation engine, will allow a logistics charter period to cover multiple work orders without needing a lead time reset after each trip. Once a vessel is chartered and available, it remains ready for subsequent tasks until all assigned work orders are completed.
  • Previously, each roundtrip triggered a new lead time before the vessel could begin the next task. With this implementation, lead time is only applied once at the start of the charter period, enabling continuous, uninterrupted operations.
Now, chartering logistics ensures full utilization during the contracted period. The logistics will transition from one work order to the next, maximizing efficiency and reducing idle time.
Benefits:
  • Reduced Operational Downtime: By eliminating unnecessary lead time resets, vessels can now operate continuously, minimizing delays between tasks.

Please note that Charter starts after Logistics's lead time in Design Shoresim

Applicable for major component replacement corrective maintenance tasks (HLV)

O&M






Release numberDesign v3.48.0
Release date23 September 2024


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline product
Migration to a modern, new map for Design applicationNew Map Update for Design Con 3 and O&M
Until now, users have been seeing a new map (Open street map) for the Route planner feature from the release since April, 2024.

Consistent Design with OpenStreetMap
With this release, the application will use OpenStreetMap as the background everywhere in the Design application (for the main map and weather maps). This switch from Bing Maps by Microsoft to Open Street Maps provides unified and modern visual experience.

While the current update improves visual consistency, it also opens doors to address customer requests for more detailed map features, such as info about existing wind farms, grids, water levels, etc. Stay tuned for the release updates
Con 3, O&M
User experience improvements
  • Lead time labels have been updated to include a prefix based on the application input settings context. They will now be prefixed with either "Logistics" or "Task" to provide clearer context and improve usability.




  • Tooltips: Users can now find tooltips explaining spot chartered and Dedicated tasks inputs labels


Con 3, O&M
Logistics transfer chartLogistics transfer chart has been added as part of the new O&M output dashboard

O&M






Release numberDesign v3.47.0
Release date09 September 2024


Note: This release will have an impact on the simulation outputs due to updates in the Design Shoresim simulation engine. If you want the outputs to remain the same, please do not rerun the specific case.
Slight changes can be expected in PBA loss per root cause categorization, Logistics routing to wind farm

HeadlineDescriptionShoreline product
Output dashboard
  • The New Output Dashboard has been set as the default main dashboard for all users.

Con 3, O&M
PBA loss per root cause chart - Output dashboard

PBA loss per root cause chart is now available in the new output dashboard with improved user experience and design.


O&M
Output report- Data structure enhancements

The new "Type" column is introduced across all output report sheets with the following values:

  • Non-aggregated Monthly
  • Aggregated Monthly
  • Yearly
  • Aggregated Yearly 

 

This will help users filter and visualize data more easily and quickly, providing a better user experience. 


Con 3, O&M
ERA 5 Weather data enhancements
ERA 5 weather data enhancement:
In addition to behind-the-scenes important technical optimization and updates, 
  • When a user selects a year range for ERA 5 weather data the simulation will consider weather from the selected period only.
  • When a user clicks download file, then the file will only contain the data from the selected time range




Con 3, O&M
Con 1 vs Con 3 identificationUsers can now differentiate con 1 and con 3 cases in the project overview page with a tag name con 1


Con 1, Con 3
Route planner enhancement
  • All dedicated Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs) accompanying the Heavy Lift Vessel (MCR HLV) will now follow the designated CTV logistics route as set in the route planner feature.
  • Previously, sometimes logistics entered the wind farm from the south side. With this release, all logistics will directly approach the wind turbine for operations and maintenance.

Con 3, O&M 
PBA loss per root cause enhancement
  • The internal function related to the calculation of PBA (Production-Based Availability) loss root causes has been updated. However, there will be no changes to the calculation results.
  • Prior to this release, there were instances where, apart from the work shift, the simulation categorized loss per root cause as part of the full-day in-route logistics instead of weather delays. This primarily occurred when moving from inspection to preparation stages.
  • After this release, these losses will now be correctly categorized under major weather delays, rather than major response time delays.

O&M








Release numberDesign v3.46.0
Release Date 26 August , 2024


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Product
PBA loss root cause reportThe PBA Loss Root Cause chart's downloadable sheet is now integrated into the main Output report, saving users time and eliminating the need for additional downloads.


O&M





Release numberDesign v3.45.0
Release DateAugust 8, 2024


Note: This release will have an impact on the simulation outputs due to updates in the Design Shoresim simulation engine. If you want the outputs to remain the same, please do not rerun the specific case.

For cases involving cables, foundations, or substations, users can find differences in PBA outputs as the new release includes an updated approach for evaluating their impact.


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Product
New featureWind farm system level reliability modeling

Power Capacity Definition by Assets

Users can define power capacities for wind farm components to calculate the accurate power output of the wind farm.




Cable failures:

Users can now define which end of the cable will undergo scheduled or corrective maintenance, for precise and efficient maintenance planning.




Dynamic Power Adjustment

User can simulate real world scenario to prevents overloading of the power transport infrastructure with this implementation to reduce WTG power production when the associated cable or Offshore Substation (OSS) reaches its maximum power capacity or encounters a failure.



Impact of BOP on Production-Based Availability (PBA)

Users can simulate failures of cable, OSS, and foundations impacting wind farm power production and analyze the influence of foundations, cables, and OSS BOP components on the PBA outputs.







Please note:


  • You can also add foundations to your case that impact power production by adding them as related instances to the relevant asset. 
  • If you don’t add cables to your case with power capacity inputs, the wind turbines in your case will generate power according to the windspeed and WTG power curve. 
  • If you only have an OSS and no cables, the OSS will reduce energy production on every WTG in the wind farm to which it is connected according to the percentage you set on the maintenance activity. 
  • Finally, if you want cables in your case without them influencing site-wide power production, you can add the cables to your case without linking them to an asset. 
Detailed steps for Wind farm reliability modeling is available here

O&M
ImprovementPBA loss root cause:
Users can now find long weather delays categorized under the Major weather delay category in the PBA loss root cause.

TBA calculation:
With this release, Users can see TBA outputs based on the impact of Wind turbines only. BoP assets will not have any influence on TBA calculations.
O&M





Release numberDesign v3.44.0
Release DateJuly 25, 2024




HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Product
Key metrics on the Output dashboard
  1. Duration of Campaign
  2. Campaign end date
Con 3
Key metrics on the Output dashboard
  1. PBA total for each wind farm
  2. TBA total for each wind farm

  3. Logistics utilization total for each vessel

  4. Personnel utilization total for each personnel group
  5. Total Production (MW/GW)
  6. TBA loss
  7. 100% - TBA for full simulation (all years and all wind farms)
  8. PBA loss
  9. 100% - PBA for full simulation (all years and all wind farms)
  10. Lost production for full simulation (all years and all wind farms)
  11. Downtime hours for full simulation (all years and all wind farms)
  12. Gross capacity factor
  13. Net capacity factor

O&M
Output Dashboard - Download options enhancements, Simulation log downloads

Added the ability to download simulation logs on the new output page.

Log Naming and Structure:

  • Logistics Log: Renamed as "Transfer task log" for Con 3 and "Transfer work order log" for O&M.
  • Raw Log: Renamed as "Task status change timestamp log" for Con 3 and "Work order status change timestamp log" for O&M.
  • Visualization Log: The "Visualization log" remains for both Con 3 and O&M.


  • File Naming  Format: projectID_caseID_fileName_SimulationRunStartTime_RunID.csv (e.g., 232_3090_SomeLog_2024-04-15-0653_d29f9118-664a-45b3-abcf-a983711336e3-1.csv).

Run Selection:

  1. O&M: Logs will always be generated for the first run of the simulation.
  2. Con 3: Logs will correspond to the P-run for the selected P-value.

Process Cycle Download on S-Curve: Made available as a separate download button, similar to other reports.

Please note that the Graph CSV download options from the charts have been removed, as the same data is available in the output reports.

Compressed CSV Logs: Due to large file sizes, the system now compresses CSV logs into zip format to optimize storage and performance.


Con 3
Output dashboard Simulation Year Alignment:

 Updated all new graphs to consistently use the actual year instead of a mix between the simulation year and the actual year, aligning with the PBA sheet in the OM output report.

O&M
UI/UX improvements in the Output dashboard

Tooltip Messages for Missing Logs: Tooltips will inform users when an output log file is not generated in the simulation engine, with guidance on configuring the case to generate the file.


Key Metrics Section Redesign: The "Summary" section has been renamed "Key metrics" and made collapsible. Each metric section now has its name and value and is collapsible for easier access to key data.




Restructured and arranged the charts for a better user experience

Con 3, O&M
Advanced Route Planner UI improvements

Logistic Types Label: The label "Logistic types" will now display "None" when no logistic types are selected instead of showing no data.


Enhanced Drop-down Display: Collapsed drop-downs under advanced options will now expand in width or hold more lines to show all selected logistics types and wind farm selections instead of using "…".


Loading Indicator during data processing: Implemented a loading indicator for multiple routes to provide users with visual feedback that data is being fetched


Con 3, O&M
Project plan report as an Excel downloadProject plan reports are now available in Excel format in the output dashboard.
Con 3
General enhancementsWeather file data handling:  Users can now upload weather data for current m/s and will be able to choose the option Current m/s as weather criteria under Logistics

Daughter Craft Base Location 

Feature: Automatically use the SOV base location as the default daughter craft base location to save time and reduce confusion. This change makes the process more efficient and user-friendly.

Additional Check:  a case checker is implemented to verify that all logistic instances have a valid port.


Simulations failed when a Daughter Craft with unlimited availability had an SOV with limited availability specified as the mother vessel. This issue has been resolved, and after the release, simulations will not fail for such scenarios.


Fixed an issue where simulations froze if a personnel group was not removed from a deleted SOV. The system now checks if personnel are attached to a valid home base or mother vessel.


Con 3, O&M











Release numberDesign v3.43.0
Release DateJune 12, 2024


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Product
Route Planner BasicCustom route - Waypoints feature data will be migrated and placed under the Route planner tab on all bases as Default Route 1. Changes apply to the Input library and Base.


New addition: Users can set the route color.

Design Con3, O&M
Route Planner Advanced options
(available on request)
  1. Model multiple routes suitable for each logistic type
  2. Specify wait times and speed limitation criteria for each waypoint on each route
  3. Choose the destination of each route from the base
  4. Set the Logistic load condition

Design Con3, O&M
Design Shoresim API

Integrate and automate Shoresim functionality into your workflows with robust enterprise-grade security.

Custom workflows 

Embed Shoresim functionalities into your existing workflows for a more integrated and efficient process.

Scripts 

Develop scripts to automatically create and run sensitivity cases, drastically reducing the time and effort associated with manual workflows.

Batch processing 

To enhance efficiency, users can schedule batch processing within your scripts to execute case simulations and run multiple sensitivity cases concurrently. 

Automated sensitivity analysis and output retrieval 

Easily extract output files from sensitivity analyses through the API.

Data pipelining 

Directly pipe output data into BI tools for enhanced visualization and reporting.


Design Con3, O&M
O&M Output Report - Case 

We've finalized the Case Inputs feature by adding Bases, Assets, Personnel, and the strategy output. Now, users can access all parameters inputted in their case building for comparison with outputs.


Design O&M
Bug fixesLogistics SOV- Performance tab - Dynamic positioning transit speed will be a mandatory field. The simulation will fail if the transit speed is undefined.



When the user Saves the Personnel page without entering the required title field on the personnel page, an error message will be displayed and the operation will not be successful.


Design con 3, O&M








Release numberDesign v3.42.0.0
Release date29 April 2024



HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Product
New output report for O&M
O&M Output report - Detailed dive demo

Our O&M Output report undergoes a significant makeover, providing a renewed format for easy processing. Users will find the data more accessible for post-processing and reporting via third-party tools.

Improvements in the new report 

1. Removal of empty columns/rows

2. Uniform structure

3. Compatible data layout

4. Data accessibility


In the new beta output dashboard, only the newly formatted O&M output report is available.


Both existing and new O&M output reports are available in the existing output dashboard.

O&M
New outputs to O&M report
O&M output - new additions demo

O&M output dashboard new graphs demo
  1. Weather-downtime-causes report
  2. Logistics transfer utilization: count – Asset drop off /pick up 
  3. Personnel time spent outputs
  4. Case inputs – logistics and more

O&M
New outputs to Design - Operation days: Sailing daysSailing days—Vessel operation days or sailing days are the number of days a vessel has been used, regardless of how many hours that day.
Operation days, including processes loadout, jack-up time, etc. = Sailing days

Users can find this output in the Logistics utilization output sheet in the report.
Operation days: Total refers to sailing/flying days depending on the type of logistics

Con 3, O&M
New outputs to Design - Operation days: Flying days

The number of days a Helicopter has been used, regardless of how many hours that day and regardless of how many drop-offs/pick-ups

Users can find this output in the Logistics utilization output sheet in the report
Operation days: Total refers to sailing/flying days depending on the type of logistics
Con 3, O&M
New outputs to Design - Operation days: Flying hoursThe total number of days a helicopter is used for flight operations, regardless of the duration of each flight, is called Flying days. In contrast, flying hours are more granular, counting the time the aircraft spends in the air.

Users can find this output in the Logistics utilization output sheet in the report
Con 3, O&M
Output Dashboard - New graphs

 1) Operation days: Sailing days / Flying days graph




2) Personnel time spent

Con 3, O&M
Removal of presentation modeWe want to inform you that the Presentation mode feature will be discontinued starting this release. All cases previously accessible under this mode will now be visible directly on the project overview page.Con 1, Con 3, O&M
Case checkersSeveral case checkers have been refined to improve scenario validation, reducing the likelihood of case failures. Con 1, Con 3, O&M











Release numberDesign v3.41.0.1 (Hotfix)
Release Date11 Apr 2024




HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Product
Data mapping using Import CSV for Tasks in O&M

Importing Scheduled or Corrective maintenance tasks from CSV to an asset on an O&M case should persist in new logistics type Daughter craft selection.



O&M






Release numberDesign v3.41.0.0
Release Date08 Apr 2024


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Product
New output : Personnel/technician time spent on output - Output reportWe've introduced a new output called Technician Time Spent data, which offers detailed insights into how efficiently personnel allocate their time during campaigns. This output categorizes shifts into various activities, including travel time, waiting for transport, and active work on assets or WTGs. It provides users with a comprehensive breakdown to facilitate effective planning and optimization strategies.

In this release, we have projected the data in the Construction output report.

In the next release, the same output will have an output dashboard view.

Below is the categorization available in Design application


Construction 3
New output - Logistics transfer count /utilization - Output reportUsers currently have access to vessel utilization data through our existing outputs. To enhance granularity and complement this information, we've introduced a new functionality that projects the count of drop-offs and pick-ups facilitated by transfer logistics like CTV, Daughter, Helicopter, and SOV throughout the campaign. These outputs aid users in planning optimization strategies, such as determining whether to increase vessel capacity and selection.

Construction 3
New output dashboard - Average task duration in a task group output chart

A new dashboard view displays the average task duration for each task group, offering quick insights into project timelines


Construction 3
New outputs - Case input parameters output as part of the Output report

We've finalized the Case Inputs feature by adding the strategy output. Now, users can access all parameters inputted in their case building for comparison with outputs.


Construction 3
New output dashboard - Weather downtime root causesper logistics chart

We've introduced a new chart displaying the top ten major root causes affecting vessels and their processes during simulations. This helps users understand which weather criteria impact specific process steps, aiding in operational planning and identifying potential bottlenecks.
 

Construction 3
New output dashboard UI improvements
  • We've increased the size of plotted dots on task end-time graphs for better visibility. 
  • We've also standardized color schemes across charts for a more intuitive user experience.

Construction 3, O&M
New logistics type - Daughter craft vessel Presently, our users face limitations when modeling scenarios involving a daughter craft attached to an SOV in Design, Construction, and O&M. Although the current logistic type includes an option for CTV linked to a mother vessel, it only simulates a return to port after personnel work shifts. To address this limitation and offer more accurate modeling, we've introduced a new logistic agent type in our input library.


Recognizing the critical role of daughter crafts in offshore wind farm operations and maintenance, we understand their importance for high-speed and efficient transfers between the main SOV and the turbines. Daughter crafts often operate continuously, shuttling personnel and equipment without returning to port, maximizing wind farm availability and efficiency. We believe this addition will enable our users to model industry-accurate scenarios and benefit significantly from our platform effectively.



Construction 3, O&M
OthersAlongside introducing new features, we have consistently enhanced the technical aspects of our platform to ensure seamless and uninterrupted service.Construction 3, O&M








Release numberDesign v3.40.0.0
Release Date12 Mar 2024



HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Product
New dashboard view: Chart - Task group duration In response to customer requests, a chart displaying the duration of each task group from the start of the first work order/task to the end of the last work order/task is now available in Construction 3 Design. This offers a more intuitive visualization compared to the milestone log based on P-run data.





Construction 3
New dashboard view: Chart -Task group end dateThe new Task Groups end-time graph will allow users to see the completion date of each group of tasks for different percentiles.
We will improve the visualization of this chart in the subsequent releases
Construction 3
Average task duration per task group - Output reportUsers can now find the output data for average duration of a task from a Task group

Construction 3
Case Inputs - Output ReportUsers can now generate a comprehensive report detailing important case input parameters or configurations for a case model. This feature enables better understanding and analysis of the inputs, leading to specific outputs within the Design application.


Next iterations - Will be available for O&M in subsequent releases
Construction 3
Input Library accessThe customer Account Admin role can now have the highest permission access to all templates in the input library, streamlining template management and ensuring efficient access for authorized users.Con1, Con 3, O&M
Enhanced Skill Validation for Transfer TasksModelers will now receive notifications if they forget to set required skills on transfer tasks or omit these skills from personnel groups. Additionally, the system will check the availability of personnel with the required skills and consider vessel transportation capabilities for the tasks.



Con 3, O&M
Task and Personnel Group ValidationUsers editing tasks on assets or personnel groups will be prompted to add necessary skill groups or skills, respectively, before saving changes. Additionally, users will be notified if there are skill sets assigned to transfer tasks that have not been allocated to any personnel group.Con 3, O&M
Case validation to check vessel vs. Port capacity - Inventory Implemented a validation check to address simulation failures from vessel capacity exceeding port capacity. Users will now receive an error notification indicating the potential cause of the simulation failure.


Con 3
More weather criteria inputs on CTV

The asset access limitations settings can now be modeled for Crew transfer vessels to improve case accuracy.

  • Wind speed access limit values in m/s (similar to SOV)

  • Wind speed limitation reference height in m (similar to SOV)


Con 3, O&M
EnhancementsTechnical improvementsCon1, Con3, O&M






Release NumberDesign v3.39.0.0
Release Date27 Feb 2024


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Product
Weather causes outputThe "weather causes output" feature provides insights into the factors contributing to the total weather downtime experienced by logistics units, such as vessels and cranes, over the simulation period.

•The weather causes report explains how various weather conditions affect the total downtime of a vessel during a simulation period or campaign duration in the case.

•For example, suppose there's a 20% occurrence of wind speed exceeding limits during step 1 of process A on vessel X. In that case, this contributes to the overall weather-related downtime for that vessel over the entire 10-year simulation period if the simulation years = 10


Construction 3
Configurations We have removed some of the old Construction 1 fields on the product to make the workflow for Construction 3 users easier and clearer. (no impact on Construction 1 cases)Construction 3
New output dashboard BetaDesign Construction 3 new output dashboard has all the listed additions now.

Charts
  1. S-Curve
  2. Inventory Management
  3. Vessel Utilization
  4. Personnel Utilization
  5. Weather downtime per logistics unit

Reports
  1. Output report
  2. Project Plan


Construction 3
New output dashboard BetaDesign O&M's new output dashboard has all the listed additions now

Charts
  1. Time-based availability (TBA)
  2. Production-based availability (PBA)
  3. Vessel Utilization
  4. Personnel Utilization
  5. Scheduled maintenance completion per year
  6. Weather downtime per logistics unit
Reports
  1. Output report

O&M
EnhancementsTechnical improvementsCon 3, O&M






Release NumberDesign v3.38.0
Release Date07 Feb 2024



HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product (s) 
New Outputs to DesignThe new Task group duration and Task group end time output will allow users to see the duration of each group of tasks for different percentiles to identify the individual risk each task has at each percentile. This will remove the need for them to look at the milestone log to find this detail. In this release, we are releasing the output data as part of the Output report, and the chart in the dashboard will be implemented iteratively in future releases.




Con 3 and O&M
Project plan for all P valuesIt has been possible to download one Project Plan report per percentile. For users wishing to compare the reports for all percentiles without lots of manual clicking, we have now released the option to download a zip folder that contains the CSV files for all the percentiles. The folder is called ‘All percentiles csv'



Con 3
Duplicate the configuration template within a caseIt is now possible to duplicate the configurations of Base, Asset, and Logistics and reuse it in the same case instantaneously without saving them to the Input library by choice.



Con 3 and O&M
Enhancement and Bug fixes

General technical improvements

Con 3, O&M





Release NumberDesign v3.37.0
Release Date24.01.2024


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product (s) 
Additional route inputs such as Speed limit and Time Delays for Waypoints

Construction 3 & O&M 

We have added the ability to set speed limits (Max speed) at bases and the wait times (‘Time delay’) at each waypoint. This is an excellent addition for those wishing to model wait times at locks and other local restrictions on speed and movement, and it improves the overall accuracy of process cycle completion times within the product.



These local restrictions could include: 

  • Designated zone areas within the port (anchorage areas, gates, customs & security checkpoints) 

  • Environmental restrictions, e.g., whale movements, sea animals' mating season, etc.,

  • Local laws to manage local community relations – e.g., as regards reducing noise and disturbance caused by fast-moving vessels 

The impact of setting these restrictions can be viewed in the Visualisation Log and the visualization.

Design Construction 3 and O&M
Lead Time for individual vessel instances

In Shoreline Design, lead time is the amount of time needed to make preparations before a vessel carries out a task.  

 

It was previously possible to set lead time for all the major vessels on the Strategy tab, which meant the same lead time was applied to all vessels. In reality, there can be a lot of variation in lead times for major vessels depending on various factors such as vessel availability and suppliers.


Construction 3 and O&M
Saving data from the Case of the project to Input LibraryIt is now possible to save Base, Asset, or Logistics configuration settings in a case back to the Input Library so they can be reused in other cases and projects. This reduces unnecessary data entry time and can be shared across your team members so they can use them in their model.

Construction 3 and O&M
Enhanced case validation function

We have increased Shoreline Design's performance! Previously, we have been continually validating cases as users build them; now, we only validate them when the user clicks the ‘Check Case’ button and selects ’ Run Simulation.’ 


 

You may also have observed that we have improved the hints and warnings given to users so that they don’t always appear and only notify when you actively select the ‘Check Case’ button. We have intended to make these more helpful so that you are prompted when a change may cause the case to fail. For example, a standard user error is not to change other inputs when the loadout or load-off base has been changed. Now, users will be warned of how this change will impact the rest of their case.

Construction 3 and O&M
Inventory Management Output reportInventory Management output data is now available in Design Construction's Output report. This can be found in the Output report under the Inventory tab. This data projects the stock at the designated port at any time. It also shows the changes column containing the data produced by the simulation model.




New Output dashboard

We’re making some changes to the Design application's Output Dashboard for Construction and O&M.

Check out the development by selecting to view the beta version.

Note: the Inventory Management graph can only be found on the beta dashboard. 

Caution: The new output page is in beta and undergoing active development. You might encounter bugs and limited functionality.

 

In future releases during Q1, we will continue to add new output data (charts, widgets, tables) to the dashboard for both construction and O&M.

Highlights: 

  • The percentile selector applies to all items on the page, including the reports. 
  • All reports can be found at the top of the page. 
  • All graphs have zooming functionality, colors, and icons designed to improve readability and accessibility. 


Construction 3

The 3 Weather Downtime per Logistics Unit graphs are now amalgamated into one, with tabs for Yearly, Aggregated, and Monthly. This reduces unnecessary space on the dashboard since some graphs are more popular than others.  





The Inventory Management graph is now on the beta dashboard and has improved visuals. 


Construction 3 and O&M
 Process cycle for towing vesselWe have restructured the towing vessel process cycle to optimize O&M specially for floating scenarios, enabling more efficient execution of tow to port operations in a streamlined and natural order.

O&M
Enhancement and bug fixes
  1. Tasks will now be completed if the Inspection, Preparation, Replacement, and Finalisation fields are empty or have a default value of 0. Note that these fields are only shown under corrective maintenance if the vessel is a HLV. 
  2. Scheduled Maintenance recurrence should be based on the number of operational years.


O&M












Release NumberDesign v3.36.0
Release Date14.12.2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product (s) 
OptimizationImproved process scheduling: Fix in response to user feedback regarding process initiation times. Previously, processes commenced on the hour mark (e.g., xx:00:00), as observed in the process cycle log. However, acknowledging the significance of even minute discrepancies, especially within larger campaigns, this fix ensures that processes start the next minute following the previous process cycle.Design Construction and O&M
Enhancement and bug fixesBulk Edit permissions will be applied correctly without refreshing the page twice.

Design Construction and O&M
Enhancement and bug fixes
  1. In cases involving feeder vessels for installation tasks, there was a minor bug causing them to go unreported in the process cycle log. We have successfully addressed this issue in the latest update, ensuring that feeder vessels' processes/steps are now accurately reflected in the log.
  2. Fixed the bug around cable installation vessel (CIV) capacity. The project timeline now accurately reflects CIV capacity


Construction 3







Release NumberDesign v3.35.1
Release Date08.12.2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product (s) 
Enhancement and Bug fixes

We have fixed a minor bug around vessel selection not replicated on copied case.

O&M






Release NumberDesign v3.35.0
Release Date30.11.2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product (s) 
New Feature

Design Construction: Inventory Management feature release


Inventory Management is a feature that enables the users to strategically control every component in the construction of wind farm project simulation in Design software.

Users can now model all the components required to construct a wind farm project on Shoreline Design, such as tower components, tower assemblies, nacelles, blades, and floating foundations.
Port Capacity: The storage of components can now be modeled on bases, allowing users to itemize the exact number of each component that can be stored at each base. The flow of components between the manufacturing base, marshaling harbor, and wet storage can be easily tracked using the new Inventory Management graph on the Output page, and stock levels can be set to reflect real-world space limitations.
Strategic movement of components: The movement of components can be modeled on transport tasks, allowing users to itemize what is being transported from one location to another and in which quantity.
Complex assemblies and installations: The assembly of components, such as several tower components into a tower assembly, can now be modeled on an asset’s tasks. This aids in greater visibility of what is being performed in each assembly and installation task and allows for modeling more complex scenarios, such as floating installations.
Find out more about how Inventory Management can help:
Construction 3

Optimisation

1)We have now added more Statistical selector Percentile values such as Min, Max, 25, 50, 75 with the existing ones P10, P20, P30, P40, P50, P60, P70, P80, P90 are available in the project plan report the output report, Statistical p-Selector in the output dashboard.


2) Users can now validate their cases using Check Case button. This triggers case checkers run on demand and notify all the errors and warnings under Notifications.



3) We've integrated a permanent link within the Design application, allowing users to conveniently access release notes whenever they prefer.

Construction 3, O&M
Minor Changes
  1. We have removed MS Project and Primavera format Milestones and Process cycle Log from S-Curve download section.

Construction 3
Enhancements and Bug Fixes
  1. The users can export the assets without any error messages in O&M
  2. The users can upload a corrective maintenance task without any errors in O&M
  3. The user can save changes by clicking the newly added Save button at the bottom section of the Scheduled Maintenance task page in O&M.
 O&M








Release NumberDesign v3.34.0
Release Date21.11.2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product (s) 
O&M - Corrective maintenance tasks

Design O&M
In a wind farm with Operations start year X+2 (X being the simulation start year), we have had a bug where failure rates were not started X+2 but X. This has been fixed in this release.

O&M

Addressing Location Mismatches between Personnel and Vessels (CTVs and Helicopters Without Mother Vessels)

In our previous tool version, a discrepancy between personnel and vessel locations allowed the simulation to proceed, marking tasks as completed inaccurately. This occurred ONLY with CTVs and helicopters lacking a mother vessel. We've rectified this problem by implementing a fix, ensuring tasks progress only when the site/location matches. The simulation now correctly fails when there is a mismatch.

Construction 3, O&M
Enhancements and Bug Fixes
  1. When multiple cranes work on the same assembly tasks, the simulation will run successfully without failing.
  2. We have also improved our scheduling algorithm to handle the interaction between the daylight restriction of the helicopter and the personnel work shift.
  3. Users can delete projects without any issues
Con 3, O&M








Release NumberDesign v3.33.0
Release Date18.10.2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product (s) 
 O&M - Corrective maintenance tasks

Design O&M can now have major Vessels(with Processes) for Offshore Substation Corrective maintenance Task.
Available major vessels : Heavy Lift Vessel ( Jack-up vessel) , Towing Vessel

O&M

Date and Time Restrictions


  1. You can now bulk select and apply date and time restrictions in multiple process' steps by using the Bulk Manage Limitation option on the three-dot menu.

  2. If the user did not save the rule by clicking apply, a warning message will notify the user that the rule is not saved


How to use: Date and Time Restrictions document


Construction 3, O&M
Enhancements and Bug FixesWe have removed the Case Comparison tab from the Design toolCon 3, O&M










Release Number3.32.0
Release Date28.09.2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product (s) 
New Feature

Project Plan Report

 

- Managing wind farm simulation projects is now simpler and more insightful with the Project Plan Report.

- Get a comprehensive view of your entire project timeline in one report.

- Tasks are organized hierarchically and can be expanded or collapsed as needed using software like MS Project, Primavera P6(Oracle)

- Visualize task hierarchies and dependencies effortlessly.

- Make informed decisions and streamline project management.


How to use: Project Plan Report document
Construction 3
New Feature

Date and Time Restrictions

 

- You can now specify certain timeframes during which logistics are unavailable for use on a project at a task's Process and Step level of logistics.

- This feature empowers you to accurately represent real-world constraints within your projects.

- Constraints may include Local Laws, Environmental restrictions, Cost reduction and financial planning, Authority body rules, and more.

- Enhance your project modeling experience with unparalleled flexibility and realism


How to use: Date and Time Restrictions document

Construction 3, O&M






Release Number3.30.0
Release Date19.09.2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product (s) affected



Improvements

The feeder vessels can be assigned different feeder task combinations as long as all the feeder tasks main task is assigned to the same HLV. However there was an edge case scenario of a feeder task combination on the same feeder vessels, that broke the HLVs work flow.
The scenarios we could handle without problems:

  • Same feeder task type, but for different main tasks (on the feeder vessel would be:)

    • Feeder task type A for installation task 1

    • Feeder task type A for installation task 2

  • Different feeder task types, but for the same main task (on the feeder vessel would be:)

    • Feeder task type A for installation task 1

    • Feeder task type B for installation task 1

The scenario we could not handle before, but we can now

  • Different feeder task types, and different main task (on the feeder vessel would be:)

    • Feeder task type A for installation task 1

    • Feeder task type B for installation task 2

Construction 3




Release Number3.29.0
Release Date06.09.2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product (s) affected



Bug fix and Improvements

1. Addressing variations for multiple feeder tasks under Logistics - process

2. Removed invalid warning for Construction 1 - When you add assets with tasks from input library 

Construction 1, 3





Release Number3.26.0
Release Date17.08.2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product (s) affected



Bug fix and Improvements

Adding related instances on the asset

Construction 3






Release Number3.25.0
Release Date10.08.2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product (s) affected



Bug fix and Improvements
  1. Modelling cases with multiple feeder vessels
  2. Adding steps for anchor Handling vessel - Processes
Construction 3 




Release Number3.24.2
Release Date10.07.2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product (s) affected
S-curveWe have updated how the S-curve is calculated. Please see here and here for more information. Construction 3
Bug fix and ImprovementsAddressed bug fixes in relation to deletion of new customers and users that are not assigned with projects or casesConstruction 3 and O&M



Release Number3.23.0
Release Date29.06.2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product (s) affected
Bug fix and ImprovementsAddressed bug fixes in relation to deletion of new customers and users that are not assigned with projects or casesConstruction 3 and O&M





Release Number3.22.0
Release Date16.06.2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product (s) affected
Bug fix and ImprovementsAddressed bug fixes in relation to uploading CSV files for Power curve of Asset -Turbines, Inter-Array Cables and edition of Asset member locationsConstruction 3 and O&M









Release Number3.21.0
Release Date01. 06. 2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product (s) affected
Bug fixWe fixed a bug related to deletion of Skill set under Tasks module of AssetsConstruction 3









Release number3.20
Release date04.05.2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product(s) affected
Distances and Transit TimesDistances and Transit Times between port and wind farm, and between assets: All information which was available on the Cycle Overview tab on Construction 1 is now available on Construction 3 on the processes for each Logistic. More information can be found here.  Construction 3
Learning CurvesIn Construction 1 the Learning Curve indexes started from “1”. In Construction 3 they start from “0”. We have added some clarifying information in the product:

See the Learning Curves page for more information.  
Construction 3
Bug fixWe continued work on the bug fix identified in 3.19 regarding limitations due to daylight restrictions. Construction 3
O&M
Weather dataWe have added weather data for South India.Construction 3
O&M




Release number3.19
Release date27.04.2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design products(s) affected
Bug fix

Some weather files (not ERA-5) contain data on daylight and lightning.  

 

When these weather files are uploaded, historically both boolean values were registered for Lightning and for Limited by Daylight.


However for some time we have only been simulating on “it is dark” = 0 and “there is not lightning” = 0. This is a bug, which we have now fixed so that daylight and lightning are taken into consideration in the simulation. 


We will investigate how long this has been a bug and the likely impact on customers' cases.
Construction 3
O&M




Release number3.18
Release date19.04.2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design products(s) affected
Construction 3 Output ReportThe Output Report is now available for download on the Outputs Page. Please find more information here.Construction 3




Release number3.17
Release date12.04.2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product(s) affected
Bug fixWe have fixed a bug related to the creation of new cases. Construction 3
O&M


 

Release number3.16
Release date30.03.2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product(s) affected
Bug fixThe fuel cost implications of all steps of cable laying were not fully considered in Shoresim calculations. The cable laying vessel now registers fuel consumption when it is in transit (per km) and when doing the cable lying cycle, in line with other vessels. Construction 3
Max time to wait before start (Process Builder)Reworked “Max time to wait before start”. This is a feature which has caused many users confusion so we have made some adjustments. See the Process Builder in Construction 3 page for more information.Construction 3
O&M
Bug fixWe found that when the SOV is working at highest utilisation during a day we don’t count the day rate. Now the day rate includes the count of every date. 

Construction 

O&M  




Release number3.15
Release date22.03.2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product(s) affected
Improved usabilityThe Lead time on the Strategy tab now defaults to “0” if left blank, making it clearer for usersConstruction
O&M




Release number3.14
Release date16.03.2023


No customer-facing updates


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Release number3.13
Release date13.03.2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product(s) affected
HousekeepingClean up of old accessibility logsShoresim
Bug fixWhen copying a case it is now only possible to click the 'Add' button once. The dialog box is then closed and a copy is made behind the scenes.Construction
O&M
Transit to next assetAdded a tooltip for clarity on this functionality: Construction 3


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Release number3.12
Release date03.03.2023

No customer-facing updates


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Release number3.11
Release date28.02.2023


HeadlineDescriptionShoreline Design product(s) affected
Logs and VisualisationWe have made some improvements to the Output Page which will make opening files in Logs and Visualisation faster. Some unused fields and files were removed.
Construction
O&M
PerformanceWe made some improvements to Shoresim 3 which should make cases with lots of runs complete faster.Shoresim