M/V Embracer is part of the E-Class, the future generation of Crew Transfer Vessels. As the first fully realised hybrid vessel in the series, Embracer represents a new step in offshore vessel development, built on a flexible platform designed to evolve with future operational and energy demands.
Developed in-house and based on more than 20 years of offshore operational experience, M/V Embracer combines proven performance with forward-looking capability. Built to deliver in all conditions, it is designed for offshore operations where reliability, flexibility and future readiness matter most.
Overview
| Built 2025 | Penguin Shipyard |
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| Class notification | BV, I HULL MACH - Wind farm service ship – M0, sea area 3, Electric hybrid (PM, PB) |
Vessel specification
Overview
| Flag | Danish |
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| Call sign | OVQP2 |
| Gross tonnage | 399 t |
| Hull | Aluminium |
| Length | 36,5 m |
| Beam | 11,20 m |
| Operational draft | 1,9 m |
| Bunker capacity | 50.600 l |
| Fenders | N-O-S High grip fender |
Cargo handling
| Total fwd + aft deck area | 160 m² |
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| Max cargo capacity | 40 t |
| Deck load | 2 t/m² |
| Deck crane | Palfinger PK12002 |
| Max lifting capacity @ max outreach | 1250 kg @ 8 m |
Navigation and communication equipment
| GMDSS | A1 + A2 |
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| El. chart system | ECDIS |
| Recordable CCTV | Yes |
| Monitoring system | Reygar |
Main and auxiliary machinery
| E-motors | 2x Danfoss Editron |
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| Output | 2x 583 kW |
| Main engines | 2x Volvo Penta D13 (Tier III) |
| Output | 2x 588 kW @ 2300 rpm |
| Propulsion | 2x Volvo Penta IPS Professional |
| Auxiliary engines | 1x Volvo Penta D8 |
| Output | 2x 240 kW |
Green technology
| Battery manufacturer | Zem |
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| Installed battery | 24x 94 kWh (2256 kWh) |
| Auxiliary | 1x Volvo Penta E4 |
Passenger facilities
| Seats | 32 |
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| Changing and storage room | 20 m² |
| Internet access | Starlink / Wi-Fi |
| Entertainment | TV, Radio |
| Coffee lounge | Yes |
| Toilets | 2 |
| 180 degree visibility | Yes |
The N-O-S Fender
The patented, Northern Offshore Services (N-O-S) developed fender is revolutionizing the CTV market.
The fender has been designed and developed by the N-O-S in-house development team since 2011. The fender has undergone extensive testing, which has resulted in markedly improved CTV performance. The work to improve and develop the fender construction is ongoing.
Vessels fitted with the N-O-S fender have high performance in high seas.
The fender’s high U-shaped construction enables, above all, safer transfers, improved comfort thanks to lower vibration levels, lower fuel consumption and lessened wear on the vessel machinery.
The fender construction and materials increase the docking surface, creating greater friction and thus a better grip. This means that our fender immobilizes the vessel better than a standard fender – which makes all the difference in difficult weather conditions.
Today, the symbolic yellow fender visible on many of the vessels in the N-O-S fleet has developed into a five-part fender which allows for easy replacement of any parts that become worn.
The N-O-S fender can be adapted to suit any type of CTV and to fit the various safety distances used in different parks and boat landings.
Summary
Hybrid, flexible and ready to adapt
A new generation hybrid Crew Transfer Vessel, developed for the future of offshore operations. With a platform designed for full electrification, proven in-house expertise and the ability to deliver in all conditions, M/V Embracer represents both where Northern Offshore Services stands today, and where the industry is heading next.