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An offshore energy support vessel (OESV) operator has ordered two further Chartwell Marine 24 catamarans that will be the first equipped with a new foil optimisation and stability system (FOSS) designed by BAR Technologies.

'Seacat Weatherly'

'Seacat Weatherly' was launched earlier this year and is already working at UK offshore wind sites. Photo: Seacat Services

This system will help dampen pitch and roll on Seacat Services’ new vessels, further enhancing stability and manoeuvrability, and improving comfort for offshore wind technicians. Vessel optimisation also contributes to reduced fuel burn and emissions, with efficiency savings of up to 15%, representing a valid alternative to hybrid designs.

Ian Baylis, managing director at Seacat Services, said: “The Chartwell 24 platform has already proven itself a versatile solution as we invest in our fleet to meet the demands of our broadening project portfolio. With the FOSS addition, Chartwell and BAR Technologies have helped us to take another step forward, while retaining the familiar vessel qualities that contribute to our proven formula.”

BARTech 30 double order

This deal closely follows Seacat’s double order for the new BARTech 30 vessel in September, with the build contract for all four boats awarded to Diverse Marine. Delivery of the vessels is scheduled for the spring of 2022 and 2023.

The pair of FOSS equipped vessels – to be named Seacat Sceptre and Seacat Sovereign – will bring increased versatility to Seacat’s fleet, particularly for testing deep water charters. They will also further the company’s commitment to pursuing solutions for more fuel-efficient vessel operations that do not compromise performance at sea.

Seacat’s first Chartwell 24 vessels, Seacat Weatherly and Seacat Rainbow, were launched earlier this year and are working at UK offshore wind sites.

By Rebecca Jeffrey