Olympic Boreas
Construction Service Operation Vessel (CSOV) for the Offshore Energy (Wind, Oil & Gas) industry. Based on the TWIN X-STERN® with main propellers fore and aft. Hybrid battery propulsion and prepared for methanol fuel to enable low-emission operations. Winner of the 'Maritime Innovation Award', and a nominee for the 'Ship of the Year Award'.
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Ship history
In 2022, Olympic ordered two newbuild Construction Support Operation Vessels from Ulstein Verft. The vessels are among the first TWIN X-STERN vessels, operating in the offshore energy market. Ulstein Power & Control’s hybrid power solution incorporates a battery system and diesel generators operating at variable speeds to ensure optimal fuel utilisation. The power system also includes a shore power connection for battery recharging and emission-free port operations.
The vessels are prepared for methanol fuel, paving the way for low-emission operations. Space is also reserved for extra battery capacity, allowing full-electric operations once the necessary infrastructure becomes available.
The vessels accommodate 126 people in all daylight cabins.
The gangway system enables the efficient transfer of personnel and cargo up to 2 tonnes at variable landing heights, 15-30 m straight and level. This modular system also includes a lift and a tailor-made tower.
The open deck area of 440 sqm and warehouse area of 500 sqm ensure ample capacity.
Milestones
2022 July: Contract signed
2022 September: Power solution contracted
2022 November: Steel cutting
2023 January: Keel laying
2024 January: Outfitting starts at Ulstein Verft
2024 June: Sea trial completion
2024 July: Delivery of Olympic Boreas
2024 November: Operational feedback shows record-low fuel consumption
2024 November:Introducing ULSTEIN® POWER VSG
The Olympic Boreas was awarded the 'Maritime Innovation of the Year 2024', and was one of three nominees for the 'Ship of the Year 2024' Award.
The complete project process for Olympic Boreas and the sister vessel, Olympic Notos: Constructing Olympic's first CSOV TWIN X-STERN vessels | Ulstein
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Geir Heltne
- Description
- Sales Manager
- Affiliation
- Ulstein Design & Solutions AS
Kolbjørn Moldskred
- Description
- Sales Manager Newbuild
- Affiliation
- Ulstein Verft AS