Norwegian shipbuilding group Ulstein unveiled an updated line of innovative designs for offshore energy, service operations, and marine infrastructure. The company focuses on flexible, versatile solutions and advanced technologies to accelerate the industry’s transition to a “green” fleet.
🔹 Key Development Focus: Offshore Wind Power Vessels (SOV/CSOV)
Ulstein is actively designing next-generation service and construction vessels capable of operating at wind farms in the harsh conditions of the North Sea. Mechanical engineering is optimized for crew safety, wave stability, and energy efficiency.
🔹 Design Versatility
The new models can be used for:
- drilling rig support,
- cable laying,
- supply,
- support work in deepwater areas.
The basic platforms allow for easy adaptation of the design to specific customer requirements.
🔹 Ulstein’s signature designs—X-BOW and X-STERN
The company continues to develop its unique hull shapes, which reduce wave drag, enhance crew comfort, and reduce fuel consumption. These technologies have already become the standard for many offshore customers.
🔹 Ecology and Energy Efficiency
All new projects are developed with future emissions standards in mind:
- hybrid propulsion systems,
- alternative fuels,
- energy optimization systems,
- lifecycle upgradeability.
🔹 From concept to launch
Ulstein emphasizes that the key to success is integrating design solutions and the manufacturing process from the earliest stages. This reduces rework costs and accelerates market entry.
These solutions make Ulstein one of the strongest companies in the offshore energy sector, and new projects lay the foundation for the next generation of eco-friendly vessels.