A new hybrid offshore construction vessel ordered by Norwegian operator Island Offshore has arrived at Vard Langsten in Norway.
Island Evolution was towed from the Braila facilities of Vard Shipyards Romania in late June. She will soon undergo final outfitting and commissioning, which will be the last steps in preparation for her delivery in January 2027.
The completed vessel will measure 120 metres long by 25 metres wide and will feature a 250-tonne heave-compensated offshore subsea crane and a gangway. She will also be able to accommodate 130 people on board.
The vessel will undertake subsea operations including inspection, maintenance and repair; pipe laying: subsea infrastructure construction and installation: dive support; and remotely operated underwater inspection. She will also be prepared for renewable work scopes such as walk-to-work, commissioning, cable laying and repairs, trenching, and survey.
The design will allow for flexible configuration and versatility depending on the specific operations to be performed. Additional features will include a 1.7MWh energy storage system and a heat recovery system.
The contract between Island Offshore and Vard also includes options for up to two additional vessels from the same series.