Vard wins third CSOV contract
The CSOVs have been developed with large design flexibility to accommodate future operational demands
(Source: Vard)
Taiwanese offshore energy contractor Dong Fang Offshore (DFO) has declared an option for a third commissioning service operation vessel (CSOV) at Fincantieri-owned Vard. The vessel will be built to a Vard 4 39 design, developed jointly by DFO and Vard and the same as the first two CSOVs that were ordered in May last year.
On delivery, the vessel will enter into a 15-year service contract with an unnamed wind farm operator in Taiwan. The flexible design, with a 700m2 open deck, ensures that the vessel can be deployed both on wind farm construction and installation, as well as providing support subsequently during farm operation.
The 120-person ship, with 90 cabins designed for single occupancy, will have a powerful battery package, a fully electric crane, and a motion-compensated walk-to-work gangway. It will also have a SeaQ Integrated Bridge, a Power Management System, an Energy Management System, and will be built ‘ready’ for future fuels.
Cathrine Kristiseter Marti, Vard Group CEO, commented: “We are proud that DFO already chose to return to Vard for one more vessel of similar design to the two CSOVs Vard is constructing, and the offshore subsea construction vessel contracted in April. This new contract truly shows Vard’s strength as an integrated shipbuilder, and the trust we have in the market regarding our ability to deliver on time and budget … We are looking forward to continuing our partnership with DFO in the years to come. Together we will find sustainable solutions for the offshore energy industry.”
