Ulstein delivers CSOV Olympic Boreas
Norway’s family-owned Ulstein Verft has delivered the first of two Ulstein SX222-design commissioning service operation vessels (CSOVs), Olympic Boreas, to owner Olympic Shipping.
The 89.6m-long vessel, designed with a Twin X-Stern, has accommodation for 126 persons in 91 cabins and is intended for effective operation in harsh seas. Its good seakeeping characteristics provide a safe and comfortable passage even in severe weather. Nominated for the Ship of the Year Award, the Olympic Boreas has been fitted out to a high standard, with what is described as delicately furnished accommodation, including offices, lounges, day rooms, games rooms, and an exercise room.
With four main thrusters – two aft and two in the foreship – the vessel is fast and, with a large gangway system, can undertake walk-to-work operations effectively, the shipbuilder said, The thruster arrangement makes a significant impact on fuel consumption in dynamic positioning mode.
The CSOV’s hybrid power setup, developed by Ulstein Power & Control, consists of a substantial battery arrangement and diesel generators that operate at variable speeds, optimising fuel economy. The methanol-ready vessel has space for more batteries, enabling fully electric operation when the necessary infrastructure becomes available.
Olympic Group CEO, Stig Remøy, said: “We are proud to welcome Olympic Boreas, an innovative and pioneering vessel. This ship is a product of the excellent cooperation between Ulstein and Olympic and the strength of the maritime cluster in our region. It will play an essential role in our future operations within offshore energy. We look forward to using this high-quality vessel to promote sustainable, efficient, and safe operations in the industry.”
Ulstein CEO, Gunvor Ulstein, commented: “In partnership with Olympic, we have developed and built an exceptional ship. We have collaborated with Olympic on numerous past projects and are gratified that they once again selected Ulstein for this innovative newbuild. I am proud to announce the delivery of this high-quality, next-generation offshore energy vessel that is set to benefit the shipowner for many years ahead.”