North Star has entered an agreement with Chartwell and Vard to adopt and utilise the Midi-SOV for offshore wind projects, investing in upfront design fees to facilitate vessel construction for European operations.
Chartwell and Vard’s Midi-SOV solution addresses challenges in the offshore wind sector by bridging the gap between Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs) and Service Operation Vessels (SOVs), providing enhanced comfort and workability while offering a cost-effective alternative to full-scale SOVs. The Midi-SOV is intended to directly complement existing fleets.