Aberdeen-based offshore support vessel specialist Sentinel Marine is expanding its fleet through a deal with China’s Jiangmen Hangtong Shipbuilding for up to four multipurpose newbuildings.
The shipbuilding contract involves one firm 65-m energy support vessel with options for three more units.
The newbuild, which takes the company’s fleet to 15 vessels, is scheduled for delivery in the second quarter of 2027.
The vessel is designed as a Group B (A option) UK emergency response and rescue vessel (ERRV), with a fast rescue craft and hybrid daughter craft, and will also meet design criteria for Dutch and Danish ERRV regulations.
In addition, the design covers an optional work-to-work gangway, under-deck supplies warehouse and battery hybrid propulsion, making the vessel fit for multiple markets, including offshore wind and transitional energy support, government services, carbon capture, and maritime security.
“This new multi-role energy support vessel and the future sister ships mark an exciting step forward in our strategic vision to deliver ‘Blue to Green’ operations,” said Rory Deans, CEO of Sentinel Marine, adding: “The new vessel will be a cornerstone in our journey towards cleaner, multi-sector marine services that remain robust and reliable.”
Earlier this year, Singapore-based offshore wind vessel pure-play Cyan Renewables acquired a controlling stake in Sentinel Marine to expand its footprint in the UK market.
Commenting on the newbuilding initiative, Keng Lin Lee, CEO of Cyan Renewables, said: “The investment aligns with Sentinel Marine and Cyan Renewables’ shared commitment to sustainable innovation in marine operations, strengthening the group’s capabilities across multiple offshore sectors.”
