

CSOV & SOV
A trusted partner for shipowners and operators empowering the construction, maintenance, and operation of offshore wind farms and oil and gas facilities.
Innovative vessel designs for offshore wind
Why choose Ulstein for your offshore wind fleet?
Ulstein is a leading designer of Construction Service Operation Vessels (CSOVs) and Service Operation Vessels (SOVs) for the offshore energy sector. Our vessels are known for their safety, comfort, efficiency, and high accommodation capacity.
We have a proven track record of delivering high-quality vessels for the offshore industry, with numerous references and ongoing projects. Our CSOV/SOV vessels are the ideal choice for your offshore energy needs. You can build your vessel at our yard in Norway or with one of our trusted partner yards worldwide. Let us know if you have a preferred location for your next project.
Walk-to-Work capabilities you can rely on
Ulstein vessels are designed to ensure safe and efficient access to offshore locations. With advanced motion-compensated gangways and walk-to-work systems, they enable smooth personnel transfers between the ship and offshore installations — even in challenging conditions.
To support sustainable operations, our vessels can be equipped with hybrid battery propulsion and energy storage systems, reducing both emissions and fuel costs. They are also prepared for alternative fuels, enabling carbon-neutral performance.
Our SOV and CSOV designs are built on Ulstein’s proven hull innovations — the X-BOW®, X-STERN®, and TWIN X-STERN® — delivering superior seakeeping, fuel efficiency, and operability.
Explore our CSOV & SOV vessel portfolio
Discover Ulstein’s range of advanced CSOV and SOV vessels, purpose-built for offshore wind and oil & gas operations. Our portfolio showcases proven designs featuring innovations such as the X-BOW and TWIN X-STERN. Each vessel can be customised to meet your specific operational needs. Browse vessels by deck area, capabilities, and mission profile.
Proven CSOV & SOV designs for offshore wind and energy operations
With decades of experience in building advanced vessels for offshore wind and oil & gas sectors, Ulstein delivers CSOVs and SOVs that meet the highest standards in quality, performance, and reliability. Explore our reference projects to see how our designs perform in real-world operations.
Global shipbuilding capabilities
Ulstein offers flexible shipbuilding solutions through our yard in Norway and a trusted global network of partner yards. Whether you have a preferred location or need guidance on selecting the right yard, we can support your offshore vessel project from concept to delivery.
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Rolf Petter Almli
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- Sales Manager
- Affiliation
- Ulstein Design & Solutions AS