Norwegian shipowner and operator Østensjø Rederi has entered into a shipbuilding contract with the Spanish shipyard, Astilleros Gondan (the Yard), for the construction of an Ocean Energy Support Vessel (OESV). The newbuild represents a major step in the Company’s efforts of continuous improvement and modernization of the fleet. The vessel is scheduled to be delivered second half of 2027.
The vessel is equipped to perform a wide range of operations within offshore energy, including Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair (IMR), construction, walk-to-work/flotel services, and cable laying. Its versatile design ensures that the vessel can operate across multiple segments within the ocean space, ensuring efficiency and operational flexibility.
“We are excited to start on this shipbuilding journey with the ordering of a new vessel type. The ordering aligns with our ongoing efforts to modernize our fleet, our commitment to new technology, and our dedication to decarbonization, says CEO of Østensjø Rederi Kristian Helland Vea.
The vessel will be built by Astilleros Gondan in Spain, a yard with which Østensjø Rederi has a long and successful relationship.
The vessel’s design and technology will ensure low-emission operations without compromising performance. The newbuild will be equipped with battery power hybrid propulsion system, coupled with other energy-saving equipment such as heat recovery systems to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, the vessel’s design is prepared for low carbon technology in the future.
The vessel will be 120 meters long with a beam of 23 meters. It will have a capacity to accommodate 180 people in high-standard daylight cabins.
The vessel is designed by Salt Ship Design, located at Stord, Norway.