A strengthened fleet for offshore wind

Strategic Marine has delivered two new StratCat 27 crew transfer vessels (CTVs) to Louis Dreyfus Armateurs, strengthening its offshore wind operations.

Pictured is the Strategic Marine StratCat 27 Fer'Vent on the water

Designed for offshore renewables, they can carry 24 technicians, offering enhanced safety, comfort and performance across key offshore wind markets in France, the UK, Poland, Taiwan, Korea and Japan.

“In line with our commitment to deliver operational excellence, we are confident that these two StratCat 27 will reliably support the growing offshore wind market in France and Europe,” said Mr Gaël Cailleaux, renewables managing director at Louis Dreyfus Armateurs.

High standard

The two new 27-metre aluminium catamarans were built at Strategic Marine’s Singapore yard. 

Strategic Marine CEO Chan Eng Yew added that this successful vessel build highlights the ongoing innovation and quality in offshore wind operations, noting that this is the second pair of CTVs delivered to LDA in the past two years.

The newly delivered vessels, sister ships to Acti’Vent and Esti’Vent, will be deployed in the growing offshore wind sector in France and Europe.

”The deliveries mark another important milestone in our shared commitment to advancing offshore wind operations through innovation, quality and performance.”

”The StratCat 27 continues to prove its value across Europe and Asia, and we look forward to seeing these vessels in action,” he said.

The delivery strengthens both companies’ positions in supporting the global shift to clean energy, accelerating offshore wind infrastructure development and reinforcing their roles in the energy transition.

Louis Dreyfus Armateurs previously placed an order with Strategic Marine for two new CTVs in July 2024.