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Northern Offshore Services continues commitment to innovation with order of new hybrid E-Class vessels.

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, 23 September 2024 – Northern Offshore Services (N-O-S) announces the order of new E-Class vessels, marking a significant expansion of the fleet. The order continues the successful new-build journey already started, reaffirming N-O-S’s dedication to providing its customers with flexible solutions.

The new vessels will distinguish themselves through a range of innovative features. With updated and improved hull design, the vessels will offer fuel efficiency crucial for reducing environmental impact and enhancing stability. Additionally, the vessels will have significantly improved crew and technician comfort, and feature a large cargo capacity, making the vessel class-ready to meet the future needs of offshore wind.

Future-proof Platform

The new E-Class vessels are built on a future-proof platform designed for efficiency and performance, with a flexible engine configuration intended to use only the power that the current situation requires. The vessels are hybrid and prepared to use both alternative fuels and fully electric modes. The future-proof platform enables a significant reduction in the carbon footprint of our operations. The order of the E-Class vessels demonstrates N-O-S’s strong commitment to leading the way and setting future standards.

The vessels will be delivered and ready to operate during the second half of 2025.

“We are proud to continue our journey towards a deepened sustainability and innovation focus by expanding our fleet with new E-Class vessels. This order confirms our commitment to offering our customers the best possible solutions while having future demands in mind”, says David Kristensson, Group CEO of Northern Offshore Group. “We are excited to see how these innovative vessels will ensure the efficiency and flexibility of our services.”

Vessel details:
– Seats: 32
– Hull: Aluminum
– Length o. a.: 36,5m
– Breadth: 11,2m
– Fender arrangements: N-O-S patented high-performance fender
– Forward deck area: 140m2
– Aft deck area: 20m2

About Northern Offshore Services:
Northern Offshore Services (N-O-S) is a global leader in providing crew transfer vessels (CTVs). The N-O-S fleet is versatile with a focus on high-performing vessels, providing full service and flexible solutions. N-O-S operates in Europe, the U.S., and Japan, with offices in Sweden, Denmark and the UK.

Northern Offshore Services is part of Northern Offshore Group (N-O-G). The group is driven by entrepreneurship and consists of several well-established companies that operate in various segments of the marine industry. The group has a clear vision, and values rooted in the strong shipping culture and entrepreneurial spirit of Donsö, an island on the west coast of Sweden.

 

Media inquiries:
Alice Gatenheim, Communication Strategist, Northern Offshore Services
+46761808082, alice.gatenheim@n-o-s.eu

Chartering contact:
Linda Höglund, Head of Sales, Northern Offshore Services
+46761808006, linda.hoglund@n-o-s.eu