NR Marine Services has commissioned UK-based ship designer Chartwell Marine to design a new CTV, which will be capable of supporting older generation assets, now referred to as legacy turbines.
These vessels will still be constructed and outfitted with modern technologies to maximise vessel fuel efficiency and comfort.
The so-called Defiant class vessel is a 20 m CTV with IMO Tier 3 compliance, featuring a step-free forward deck, mounted superstructure, and modern furnishings and materials used in larger CTVs.
The Defiant class vessel will be able to service most legacy turbines but can also be tailored to different projects, from a water jet propulsion system for shallow water sites and hybrid options where budgets allow, to internal modularity to suit different racking and seating solutions.
“Following an internal fleet review along with external market research, the data shows that there is a potential to replace older tonnage, which is between 10-15 years old, for near-shore projects, which have a lifespan that warrants investment in new CTVs,” said Richard Thurlow of NR Marine Services.
“The Defiant hosts a modern, clean and spacious environment but on a smaller highly efficient platform that suits the smaller harbours, short transit sites and shallow water projects,” added Ben Colman of Diverse Marine.
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