General – Launch CSOV
Damen Shipyards, Windcat and CMB.TECH are celebrating the launch of the first of six Commissioning Service Operation Vessels (CSOV).
The launch marks the inauguration of Windcat’s ‘Elevation Series’ of future-proof offshore wind farm maintenance and support vessels.
The launch ceremony occurred on 12 October at Ha Long Shipyard in Vietnam, where Damen is constructing all six CSOVs. With this first CSOV in the water, Damen will continue with its outfitting and commissioning operations to prepare the vessel for delivery in Q2 2025.
Compared to earlier designs of offshore wind farm support vessels, this CSOV represents advances in efficiency, performance, and comfort. The 87-metre long vessel is designed around best-in-class offshore performance, with various new technologies on board to achieve this.
The vessel will accommodate up to 120 people on board, remaining at its offshore location to provide in-field technical and maintenance support for up to 30 days at a time. Particular attention has been given to providing offshore personnel with the most comfortable conditions to live and work during their time on board.
