November 2024
In this edition, we explore the challenges of navigating the waters, from salvage operations to the latest advancements in fireboat technology. We also take a look at the future of OSVs.
offshore support vessel
April 2024
As the events surrounding the Baltimore bridge collapse and the M/V Dali cargo ship unfold, we look at what we know so far. Offshore wind and oil & gas are also examined.
Uzmar cuts steel for new Buksér og Berging OSV
At a time when newbuild orders for offshore support vessels remain mostly confined to wind-specific vessels, Turkish shipbuilder Uzmar Shipyards has cut the first steel for a new OSV (offshore support vessel)
Former Chouest OSV to become marine spaceport
ABS is supporting the reactivation and modification of an offshore support vessel (OSV) to function as the world’s first marine spaceport for human space flights. The flights will be operated by Space
Two Harvey Gulf PSVs gain ABS sustainability notation
A pair of Harvey Gulf International Marine Offshore Support Vessels have been awarded the ABS SUSTAIN 1 Notation recognizing how their design and operation is aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs).
Møkster and Wärtsilä explore use of ammonia
Can you burn ammonia in existing LNG dual-fuel engines? Stavanger, Norway-based offshore support vessel specialist Simon Møkster Shipping aims to find out. The family-owned company has entered a collaboration agreement with Wärtsilä
Damen develops new OSV concept vessel
Following calls for great vessel versatility offshore, Damen Shipyards has developed a new concept vessel – the Offshore Support Vessel (OSV) 9020. It features a stable platform with lots of accommodations, good
Jackup rig values rise on oil recovery
JANUARY 26, 2018 —Rising oil prices have increased interest in secondhand for jack-up rigs, pushing asset values up 36 percent from a year ago, according to data compiled by VesselsValue. VV’s Fixed
Inmarsat bolsters communications support for OSV market
JANUARY 23, 2018—When it comes to reliable, high-speed connectivity in the maritime sector, offshore support vessel operators need flexible communications plans. When on hire, the appetite for bandwidth from offshore support vessels
Siem Offshore wins multiple contracts worldwide
APRIL 21, 2017 — There are offshore support vessel contract opportunities in many places besides the North Sea and the Gulf of Mexico — for those who can provide the right vessel