Vallianz has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Royal IHC to collaborate on the design and construction of a next generation service operation vessel (SOV) for the offshore wind industry.
The battery hybrid SOV features higher levels of integration and autonomy with high operational efficiency.
The SOV is also designed to be ready for zero emission operations by using full battery offshore charging system and alternative fuels for propulsion without sacrificing operational functionality.
The SOV will have a fully integrated service package that includes a dynamic positioning system, a motion compensated gangway and crane, an elevator tower as well as a daughter craft with step-less boat landing.
Ample space will be available for warehousing, workshops, office spaces to cater to operations, and relaxation areas for passengers.
Under the terms of the MoU, the SOV will be constructed at PT United Sindo Perkasa, a shipyard in Batam, Indonesia, owned by the Vallianz group.
To facilitate the building and future operations of the SOV, the group has also inked a memorandum of understanding with Bernhard Schulte Ship Management, which will provide ship management services for the SOV.