The demand for working vessels of all types is expected to increase rapidly this year as the survey and construction process builds momentum. Many marine wind farm developers are already having problems finding suitable vessels and the hunt is on for craft ranging from 10m multi-purpose workboats to massive jack-up construction vessels. Until recently, project developers had to rely on offshore oil and gas industry publications in an effort to find the larger vessels required and scoured local ports to find smaller craft for the inshore work. All has changed now that first time
Seawork
exhibitor
Marine RenewablesDirectory.com
has established an online database of vessels, ports and suppliers supporting the development of offshore wind farms. There are comprehensive keyword search facilities for vessel specs, including photographs, and links to the operators. Several wind farm projects have already signed up and are currently using the service to look for hydro survey boats, tugs and dive support vessels as well as crewing, guards, and onshore support services.
To make sure your vessels and services are included in the database, visit
MarineRenewables Directory.com
on Stand 160 at
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