The Workboat Association has formed a new technical working group that aims to accelerate decarbonisation of the sector.
The group will explore technical support for the supply chain and future technologies.
Alongside decarbonisation efforts, members will also look at compliance, safety and specific rule requirements.
Chairman Andy Page said: “The workboat sector is at a crossroads. To truly activate its global potential, key stakeholders must come together and discuss any obstacles from a technical perspective. I wanted to share my own experience in hybrid boats and hull forms, fuel burn and efficient operations with a view to fostering collaboration.
“It has been great to see so many others with completely different knowledge bases engaging to create an educational open forum – which ultimately benefits the whole industry.”
A first meeting took place on 5 May, featuring a presentation from Orsted on the route to carbon neutral offshore logistics, which mapped out a pathway to decarbonisation.
Operators in attendance at this first meeting included Offshore Turbine Services, Maritime Craft Services and Williams Shipping.