This paper analyzes the advantages,disadvantages and adaptability of the design scheme of conven-tional water pump systems.It proposes the solution using a long shaft pump system and self-priming pump system in circumstances where conventional schemes cannot meet the design requirements of special floating platforms.This solution provides corresponding system calculation methods and design points,including system control logic,pipe-line design,valve type,pump suction performance calculation,anti-cavitation measures,and equipment layout plan,providing a reference for the design of water pump systems of various floating platforms.