First steel cut for Wind Energy Construction's new vessel

The design of the new construction vessel will be tailor-made for the offshore wind and subsea market. Duties will include inspection, maintenance, and repair of pipes and construction and installation of infrastructure above and below sea level.

Vard said the design is made for the best possible station-keeping, manoeuvrability, and seakeeping and allows for flexible configuration depending on the specific operations the vessel will perform.