Acta Centaurus, an offshore wind vessel delivery by Ulstein. Photo: Flying Focus.

Service Operation (CSOV/SOVs)

Close-up of the SOV vessel Windea La Cour, which is servicing the Gemini OWP offshore the Netherlands.

Designs that move the industry forward

Explore our portfolio of Construction Service and Service Operation Vessel designs.

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Safe, comfortable, and efficient vessels in offshore wind and oil & gas operations

Ulstein is at the forefront in designing SOVs and CSOVs for offshore energy projects. Our vessels are safe, comfortable, and efficient for crew and equipment. They have motion compensation and walk-to-work systems for easy transfers. They also have hybrid propulsion and energy storage systems for lower emissions and costs.

Ulstein's vessels can handle the challenges of offshore wind and oil and gas operations, offering reliable and cost-effective construction, maintenance, and service solutions.

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System integration

Cutting-edge solutions that optimise vessel performance and enhance operational efficiency. 

News & featured articles

Turning visions into realities motivates us to keep pushing for progress in the maritime industry. 

You can learn more about how we work with our customers to achieve their visions through our stories. 

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Update

Launch of the Douglas Mawson

28 November 2024: The 'Douglas Mawson' expedition cruise vessel, an ULSTEIN CX103 design, has been successfully launched at the CMHI shipyard, China. 

The Douglas Mawson, featuring the ULSTEIN X-BOW, offers high passenger comfort with her immersive bow lounge and panoramic observation areas. She meets Solas 2020 stability requirements and is tailored to client specifications, accommodating up to 300 people.

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Press Release

Introducing ULSTEIN® POWER VSG: Setting new standards in marine power efficiency

The ULSTEIN® POWER Variable Speed Generator (VSG) has been designed to optimise power generation on marine vessels by dynamically adjusting its speed to match load requirements. Together with technical measures and overall ship design, the operational results on the CSOV Olympic Boreas show a record-low 2.7-tonne fuel consumption per 24 hours during a week of DP operations. 

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Big fuel savings on first CSOV newbuilds with Ulstein’s TWIN X-STERN® concept

Taking bold commercial risks on novel vessel concepts with a strong focus on sustainability has made Olympic a pioneering player in the offshore energy sector. Its latest investment in a pair of new-build Construction Service Operation Vessels (CSOVs) based on Ulstein Group’s innovative TWIN X-STERN® solution has paid off, with close to 50% reductions in fuel consumption and emissions to boost environmental performance.

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Press Release

Ulstein delivers CSOV vessel Olympic Notos to Olympic

13 November 2024: Ulstein is proud to announce the successful delivery of the Construction Service Operation Vessel (CSOV) Olympic Notos to Olympic. This state-of-the-art vessel marks a significant milestone in maritime innovation and excellence. “As a result of the findings from her sister ship, Olympic Boreas, the shipping company states that the vessels "operate with close to a 50% reduction in fuel consumption compared to other sailing CSOVs."

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Feature

New spring in the OO&G market

The Offshore Oil & Gas (OO&G) sector is experiencing a resurgence, driven by stable oil prices and a focus on efficiency and sustainability. This recovery has led to robust cash flows and new investments, especially in upstream activities, presenting an opportunity to integrate environmentally friendly practices.

Energy

Events & conferences

We will be attending many events and conferences, which can be an excellent opportunity to meet. See if we are participating in any upcoming events you are going to. 

Sea Asia
Event
08.04.2025 - 10.04.2025
Marina Bay Sands, Bayfront Avenue 10, Singapore
Nor shipping
Event
02.06.2025 - 06.06.2025
Messeveien 8, 2004 Lillestrøm, Oslo
Marinetc china
Event
02.12.2025 - 05.12.2025
Shanghai New International Expo Centre, China
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