Ulstein introduces new subsea vessel for offshore energy market

General – New Subsea Vessel

Norwegian shipbuilder and ship designer Ulstein has developed a new subsea vessel – ULSTEIN SX232 – designed to service the offshore wind market for floating and fixed installations as well as offshore oil and gas industry.

Designed for walk-to-work operations in the offshore energy market, the ULSTEIN SX232 features an optimises hull based on the ULSTEIN TWIN X-STERN design.

The vessel is equipped with smart power and propulsion system developed to minimize energy consumption during DP operations and an integrated energy recovery system utilizing all the waste heat in the machinery systems, including cooling water and exhaust.

The ULSTEIN SX232 will be able to reduce emissions and operational costs while enhancing performance, safety, and comfort.

The design of the vessel has been developed to include versatile fuel options and a battery energy storage system for peak shaving and spinning reserve purposes has been implemented.

The vessel’s forward section accommodates 130 people and includes two remotely operated vehicle (ROV) hangars.

A moonpool is positioned at the rear of the accommodation block, complemented by an expansive flat deck spanning over 2,000 m². This flat deck design enhances the vessel’s adaptability, allowing multiple operational setups to suit diverse maritime tasks.

The basic platform has been configured with a 250-tonne offshore crane. However, the platform can also support a larger crane of 400 tonnes, Ulstein noted.

Original Source: https://ocean-energyresources.com/2024/03/15/ulstein-introduces-new-subsea-vessel-for-offshore-energy-market/