Definition(s)
Floating Vessel
Installation which is floating and positioned relative to the sea bottom by station-keeping systems such as catenary mooring systems, vertical tendons, and dynamic positioning systems based on thrusters.
Source: API Standard 2RD, Dynamic Risers for Floating Production Systems, Second Edition, September 2013. Global Standards
Floating Vessel
Buoyant installation that is floating and positioned relative to the sea bottom by station keeping systems.
NOTE The following types of station-keeping systems are normally considered: catenary mooring systems and dynamic positioning systems based on thrusters. Combination of station-keeping systems can be considered.
EXAMPLE Semi- submersible drilling vessels and drill ships.
Source: API RP 17G, Recommended Practice for Completion/Workover Risers, Second Edition, July 2006 (Reaffirmed April 2011). Global Standards