Norway’s ship designer and shipbuilder VARD announce the successful delivery of a state-of-the-art cable laying vessel to Denmark’s subsea specialist NCT Offshore less than 2 years after the contract was signed.
NCT Offshore is a Danish vessel owner and operator in the offshore industry with roots deeply embedded in the renewable wind industry. The company focuses on safety, reliability, innovation, and adaptability, and pursues a strong team spirit and entrepreneurial company culture.
The newly delivered vessel, based on the VARD 9 01 design, has been specially designed and equipped for subsea cable laying operations. It features excellent sea-keeping capabilities, superior station-keeping performance, and low fuel consumption, making it an ideal choice for efficient and sustainable operations.
In less than 18 months since the first steel was cut, the vessel has been assembled, outfitted, commissioned, and is ready to commence her maiden voyage towards Denmark where she will be further fitted and tested, including the remaining cable lay equipment, subsea package, and Seaonics W2W gangway system.
The hull of the vessel is constructed at Vard Shipyards Romania – Tulcea. The cable layer is outfitted, commissioned and delivered from Vard Langsten in Norway.
The vessel is equipped with a complete SeaQ power and control package, encompassing batteries, switchboards, and shore connection, allowing for a reduction in fuel consumption and increased operability. Additionally, the vessel is fitted with two main cable tanks, a T-ROV hangar, a walk-to-work system, and is prepared for a large A-frame and single-cabin accommodation for 60 persons.