Svein Aure
CEO
Norwind Offshore
The startup provides specialized vessels designed for the construction and maintenance of offshore wind farms, utilizing environmentally friendly technologies to minimize ecological impact. By offering tailored maritime solutions, the company enables clients to efficiently harness renewable energy sources while adhering to sustainability standards.
- Clean Technology
- Energy
- Hardware
- Industrial Automation
Updated 5 months ago
Funding
Raised to date
$71.5MRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Funding rounds are not available yet.
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Product
Problem
Offshore wind farm construction and maintenance require specialized vessels capable of operating in harsh marine environments and efficiently transferring personnel and equipment to wind turbines. Existing vessels may lack the specific features needed for these operations, leading to increased downtime, safety risks, and higher operational costs.
Solution
Norwind Offshore provides a fleet of purpose-built Commissioning Service Operation Vessels (CSOVs) and Service Operation Vessels (SOVs) designed for the offshore wind industry. These vessels facilitate the construction, operation, and maintenance of offshore wind farms by providing a stable platform for technicians, equipment, and spare parts. The vessels are equipped with advanced features such as motion-compensated gangways, integrated bridge systems, and energy-efficient HVAC systems to ensure safe and efficient operations, as well as crew comfort. Norwind Offshore's vessels are designed in collaboration with experienced sailors and shipyards, ensuring they are tailored to the specific needs of offshore wind operations.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes offshore wind farm developers, operators, and maintenance companies requiring specialized vessels for efficient and safe construction, operation, and maintenance activities.
Features
- VARD 4 19 design optimized for offshore wind farm support
- Motion-compensated gangways with integrated elevator systems for safe personnel transfer
- Height-adjustable boat landing systems for crew transfer vessels (CTVs)
- Integrated Bridge System (IBS) for enhanced navigation and control
- SeaQ Integrated Alarm System (IAS), Power Management System (PMS), and Energy Management System (EMS) for vessel monitoring and control
- Energy-efficient HVAC system with 100% fresh air circulation
- Battery hybrid propulsion and methanol-ready options for reduced emissions
- Accommodation for up to 87 personnel, including wind farm technicians and crew
- Heave-compensated offshore subsea crane of 150 tons (on ECV)
- Closed hangar for 2 x WROVs (on ECV)