Single-Berth Executive Cabins
Single-occupancy cabins for senior crew and supervisors.
Offshore Living Quarters – Modular Housing Modules
- Sizes
- 20ft / 32ft / 33ft
- Occupancy
- 1–8 per module, 50+ linked
- Certification
- DNV 2.7-1 / 2.7-2 / 2.7-3
- Fire rating
- A60 (IMO FTP / ISO 834)
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20ft ISO high-cube, 32ft and 33ft overwidth. Q345/S355 structural steel, SA 2.5 blast preparation, 3-coat marine paint to 250 microns DFT (ISO 12944 C5-M). Crew cabins with integrated wet units, individual AC per bedroom, A60 fire-rated bulkheads, fire and gas detection.
DNV 2.7-1, 2.7-2, and 2.7-3 certification, A60 fire rating per IMO FTP Code, SOLAS Chapter II-2 fire safety, and NORSOK C-001/C-002 living-quarters design. ILO MLC 2006 for vessel-based modules. CSC plate for 20ft modules.
Fixed platforms, semi-submersibles, jackup rigs, and FPSOs across the Middle East, South East Asia, Australasia, and West Africa, during drilling campaigns, shutdowns, and hook-up commissioning.
Overview
Factory-built crew accommodation for offshore installations
SCS Global manufactures offshore living quarters for platforms, rigs, and marine vessels. These factory-built modules house crew during drilling campaigns, production operations, shutdowns, and hook-up commissioning. Available in 20ft, 32ft, and 33ft configurations housing 1 to 8 personnel per module, with multi-module complexes scaling to 50+ crew. Every unit ships from our Jiangsu factory with DNV offshore marine equipment certification Offshore accommodation differs fundamentally from onshore workforce housing: where mining camp accommodation deploys on prepared ground with road access, offshore modules must withstand crane lifting loads, vessel motion, salt spray corrosion, and meet IMO fire-safety requirements for enclosed marine environments. Each module includes crew cabins with integrated wet units, individual climate control per bedroom, A60 fire-rated bulkheads, and fire and gas detection systems.
Specifications
Accommodation Module Specifications
SCS builds living quarters offshore at our Jiangsu manufacturing facility using Q345/S355 structural steel with SA 2.5 blast preparation and a 3-coat marine paint system to 250 microns DFT per ISO 12944 C5-M marine-grade specification. Weld inspection follows DNV 2.7-1 requirements: magnetic particle, dye penetrant, ultrasonic, and radiographic inspection on critical structural joints.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Module sizes | 20ft ISO HC, 32ft overwidth, 33ft overwidth, custom |
| 20ft external dimensions (L x W x H) | 6,058 x 2,438 x 2,896 mm (high-cube) |
| 20ft tare weight | 7,700–8,200 kg |
| 32ft external dimensions (L x W x H) | ~9,800 x 3,400 x 3,050 mm; ~17,000 kg tare |
| 33ft external dimensions (L x W x H) | 10,000 x 3,000 x 2,896 mm; 9,000–9,500 kg tare |
| Occupancy | 1 to 8 persons per module; 50+ in linked complexes |
| Structural steel grade | Q345 / S355 |
| Paint system | SA 2.5 blast, 3-coat, 250 microns DFT, ISO 12944 C5-M |
| Fire rating | A60 bulkheads (IMO FTP Code / ISO 834) |
| Climate control | Individual AC per bedroom, -20°C to +50°C design range |
| Wet units | Integrated shower, toilet, wash basin, mirrored cabinet per cabin |
| Stacking | Up to 4 floors via structural linking kits |
| Weld testing | MPI, dye penetrant, ultrasonic, and radiographic on critical welds |
| 20ft compliance | EN ISO 10855 offshore containers; CSC plate for international shipping |
Rig Accommodation
Rig Accommodation Modules
Rig accommodation modules are crane-lifted to platform decks for crew housing during drilling campaigns, shutdowns, and hook-up commissioning. Deployment covers fixed platforms, semi-submersibles, jackups, and FPSOs across the Middle East, South East Asia, Australasia, and West Africa. During shutdowns, temporary housing adds bed capacity without permanent structural change, connecting to existing power, water, and HVAC through standardised hook-up points. NORSOK C-001 sets the living-quarters design standard: cabin sizing, noise limits (45 dB(A) day, 40 dB(A) night), ventilation rates, and sanitary ratios.
Configurations
Habitation Module Configurations
Offshore accommodation modules come in 20ft ISO, 32ft, and 33ft variants housing 1 to 8 crew, with multi-module complexes scaling past 50 personnel. Each can be configured as sleeping cabins, offices, mess rooms, galleys, ablution blocks, laundries, recreation rooms, or medical stations, from single-berth executive cabins through 8-person bunk layouts. Modules stack up to 4 floors via structural linking kits, with gangway and stairway containers for inter-module access. Plug-and-play power, water, and HVAC connections enable rapid commissioning on arrival.
Cabin Fit-Out
Offshore Cabin Fit-Out Options
Each offshore cabin includes bunk beds with FR mattresses, individual climate control, A60 fire-rated bulkheads, an integrated wet unit, and full-height storage, with fit-out following IMO FTP Code MSC.307(88) fire-test requirements. A standard cabin carries 2 bunk sets with blackout curtains, 3 lockers, a desk, LED lighting, power and data outlets, and a 32-inch TV. The wet unit holds a shower, toilet, basin, and mirrored cabinet under Category II lighting per NORSOK C-002. Individual AC covers a -20°C to +50°C range, with smoke detectors, sprinklers, dampers, and A60 escape hatches.
Compliance
Accommodation Module Specifications & Certification
Offshore accommodation modules require DNV 2.7-1 or 2.7-3 certification, A60 fire rating per the IMO FTP Code, and compliance with NORSOK C-001 living-quarters design. SCS modules undergo full NDT on all critical welds (MPI, dye penetrant, ultrasonic, radiographic), with coating thickness verified by DFT against ISO 12944 C5-M. Load testing follows DNV 2.7-1 proof load specifications, and certified pad-eyes, slings, and shackles ship with every crane-liftable unit. DNV 2.7-2 covers deck cargo transport for multi-module complexes, and 2.7-3 covers non-lifting portable units. Third-party certification is available through DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, or Bureau Veritas.
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ABS Standards & References
Standards we build to
Every accommodation module we manufacture is engineered against the standards below. Click through to the source authority for the full text and current revision.
DNV 2.7-1 / 2.7-2 / 2.7-3 Structural certification for crane-lifted modules (2.7-1), deck cargo transport for complexes (2.7-2), and non-lifting portable offshore units (2.7-3). DNV
IMO FTP Code (MSC.307(88)) Fire test procedures and A60 class divisions for marine accommodation. IMO
NORSOK C-001 / C-002 Living-quarters area design (cabin sizing, noise, ventilation, sanitary ratios) and architectural interior components. Standards Norway
Configuration Options
Occupancy and Complex Configurations
Modules combine into complete crew camps on platform decks. Configuration depends on project crew numbers, platform deck space, and operational duration.
2 / 4 / 8-Person Bunk Cabins
Standard 20ft modules accommodate 2 to 4 persons; 32ft and 33ft house 4 to 8.
Mess, Galley & Recreation
Configured modules for messing, catering, recreation, and medical stations.
Multi-Storey Complexes
Stack up to 4 floors with structural linking kits, gangway containers, and stairway containers.
Plug-and-Play Services
Standardised hook-up points for power, water, and HVAC for rapid commissioning.
Ablution & Laundry
Shared ablution blocks and laundry facilities for linked accommodation complexes.
Applications
Offshore Accommodation Applications
Rig accommodation modules house crew on fixed platforms, semi-submersibles, jackup rigs, and FPSOs through drilling, production, shutdown, and hook-up campaigns. The same certified modules serve marine construction crews, naval support operations, and remote resource projects where bed capacity must scale without permanent build.
Oil, Gas & Energy
Crew housing on fixed platforms, semi-submersibles, jackup rigs, and FPSOs through drilling, production, shutdown, and hook-up campaigns.
Construction & Infrastructure
Temporary workforce accommodation for offshore wind, marine construction, and decommissioning crews where bed capacity must scale without permanent structures.
Military & Defence
Marine and vessel accommodation built to ILO MLC 2006 standards for naval support and defence marine operations.
Mining & Resources
Modular crew quarters for remote resource and mine site projects requiring relocatable, rapidly deployed accommodation.
Tell us the crew count, deployment duration, and platform deck space. We size the accommodation and quote factory-direct.
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Engineering Resources
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Spec sheets and cabin layouts for engineering review. Every engineering document published here has a crawlable HTML equivalent elsewhere on the page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Three questions procurement and engineering ask most often about offshore living quarters.
What Are Offshore Accommodation Modules?
These are self-contained, factory-built living units for oil and gas platforms, drilling rigs, and marine vessels. Each module provides crew cabins, ablution facilities, climate control, and A60 fire-rated divisions certified to DNV 2.7-1 or 2.7-3. Modules range from single 20ft units to multi-storey linked complexes housing 50+ crew.
What Standards Apply to Offshore Accommodation Modules?
DNV 2.7-1 certifies structural integrity for crane lifting. IMO FTP Code mandates A60 fire-rated divisions. NORSOK C-001 governs cabin sizing, noise limits (45 dB(A) day, 40 dB(A) night), ventilation, and sanitary ratios. SOLAS Chapter II-2 covers fire safety. ILO MLC 2006 sets minimum seafarer accommodation standards for vessel-based units.
How Many Crew Can an Accommodation Module House?
A single module houses 1 to 8 crew depending on size and bunk configuration. Standard 20ft modules accommodate 2 to 4 persons. The 32ft and 33ft modules house 4 to 8. Multi-module complexes with stacking up to 4 floors scale to 50+ personnel.