Wind Energy – Cable Lay Vessel
Kalypso Offshore Energy from the U.S. has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Royal IHC to build America’s first innovative Jones Act compliant Cable Lay Vessel (CLV) for the offshore wind market.
Kalypso brings robust experience in offshore wind management as well as U.S. marine operations. Kalypso is committed to providing safe, reliable, and efficient cable installation solutions to bolster the U.S. offshore wind industry.
The collaboration between Kalypso and Royal IHC marks a significant advancement in the U.S. wind supply chain by filling a key gap in the nation’s vessel capabilities.
Leveraging Royal IHC’s extensive engineering prowess and Kalypso’s industry insight, this partnership aims to domestically produce a state-of-the-art 5,000-ton CLV.
Kalypso’s CLV has been designed and constructed to meet Jones Act compliance standards, ensuring adherence to U.S. legislation for domestic maritime trade.
This vessel will offer safe, versatile, and efficient cable lay services including installation, repair, and maintenance capabilities.