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As a groundbreaking move toward a more sustainable future for the offshore industry, Northern Offshore Services announces the delivery of the world\u2019s first 100% biomethanol-powered crew transfer vessel (CTV).<\/p>\n
M\/V Transporter, designed, developed and provided by N-O-S, is a conversion from A-Class to T-class. The vessel is a 25-meter, high-speed catamaran with an updated and improved hull design, 24 pax seating, specially designed for fast and reliable transfer of technicians and light cargo.<\/p>\n
The initiative is in collaboration with Vestas, who will charter Transporter to explore how the biomethanol-powered vessel can reduce carbon emissions from offshore service operations.<\/p>\n
About biomethanol<\/strong><\/p>\n The vessel is powered by biomethanol only, a clean, renewable fuel derived from sustainable biomass. This innovative vessel is a part of N-O-S\u2019s commitment to driving the transition to emission-reducing technologies and advancing the industry\u2019s decarbonisation efforts.<\/p>\n Biomethanol is subject to great competition, therefore, the supply has already been secured in advance through our supplier Northern Energy & Supply (N-E-S).<\/p>\n \u201cWe now operate the world\u2019s first single fuel biomethanol crew transfer vessel. We are improving our fleet\u2019s sustainability and setting a new standard for the maritime industry. Biomethanol represents a powerful alternative to conventional fuels, and we are proud to lead the way,\u201d said David Kristensson, Group CEO of Northern Offshore Group. \u201cWe are grateful to work with Vestas, a long-term customer, as they want to invest in the transition towards a more sustainable future.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cWe are leading the wind industry in testing solutions that move us away from using marine gas oil (MGO). Opportunities exist for operating low-emission vessels. Commitment and alliances are needed to further exploit these opportunities\u201d, says Lisa Ekstrand, Head and VP of Sustainability at Vestas. \u201cWe are proud to be the first company in the wind industry to test the use of a single-fuel bio-methanol-powered CTV in our offshore service operations.<\/p>\n Vessel details:<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Seats: 24
\n\u2013 Hull: Aluminum
\n\u2013 Length o. a.: 25,35m
\n\u2013 Beam: 7,6m
\n\u2013 Fender arrangements: N-O-S patented high-performance fender
\n\u2013 Forward deck area: 70m2
\n\u2013 Aft deck area: 30m2<\/p>\n