Norwegian JV chooses methanol hybrid setup for CSV
Eidesvik Offshore and Agalas have announced the construction of a state-of-the-art CSV to perform subsea and offshore wind operations. The companies have also been granted options for four additional vessels.
(Source: Eidesvik)
Norway’s Eidesvik Offshore and Agalas, a northern Norway shipowner, have established a new joint venture to build a construction support vessel (CSV) powered by dual-fuel methanol engines and batteries at Sefine Shipyard in Turkey. The vessel is due for delivery early in 2026.
The new ship will be equipped to perform inspection, maintenance and repair (IMR) operations and, on delivery, will enter into a three-to-five-year timecharter with Reach Subsea. The vessel will be crewed and managed by Eidesvik Offshore.
Agalas has worked with NSK Ship Design to develop the 99.9m-long CSV. It will have accommodation for 100 persons, a 150-tonne heave-compensated crane and a spacious 900-m2 deck that will be well-suited to IMR and construction work.
The companies believe the timing is good. Demand for vessels in the subsea sector is likely to outpace supply, they believe, while further significant growth is expected in offshore wind development.
Eidesvik Offshore’s CEO and president, Gitte Gard Talmo, said: “This new asset aligns perfectly with our strategy which is focused on sustainable shipping solutions and long-term partnerships with our clients. The versatile vessel is designed to meet the demands of both the oil and gas sector and the offshore wind industry. This flexibility increases our capabilities and competitiveness in the future energy mix.”
Mats Nygaard Johnsen, Agalas CEO, commented: “Teaming up with Eidesvik on this opportunity allows us to combine the strengths of two Norwegian shipowners and create a world-leading vessel that integrates functionality, green technology, and highly skilled personnel.”
The owning company, Eidesvik Agalas AS, in which Eidesvik will hold a 50.1% stake, has been granted options for four additional vessels.
