Norwegian shipbuilder Vard has secured an order from U.K.’s largest shipowner and operator North Star for the construction of two hybrid Service Operation Vessels (SOVs)…
Norwegian shipbuilder Vard has secured an order from U.K.’s largest shipowner and operator North Star for the construction of two hybrid Service Operation Vessels (SOVs).
The contract represents the ninth and tenth vessel ordered by North Star from VARD, following previous orders for four SOVs, two Construction Service Operation Vessels (CSOVs), and two Vard Design vessels built at an external shipyard.
The new vessels will be developed by Vard Design in Ålesund, Norway, based on the VARD 4 19 platform, specifically designed for offshore wind farm operations.
Each vessel will be 87.5 meters long, 19.5 meters wide, and will accommodate up to 120 people on board.
The vessels will be equipped with a battery-hybrid propulsion system and prepared for a future conversion to methanol fuel, demonstrating the two companies' shared commitment to decarbonizing the maritime sector. Onboard features include a motion-compensated, height-adjustable gangway with an integrated elevator, a boarding system for safe personnel transfers, and advanced energy management solutions.
The first hull will be constructed at Vard Shipyards Romania -Braila, with final outfitting and delivery from one of VARD’s Norwegian shipyards. The delivery is scheduled for the fourth quarter
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