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DOF contracts Kongsberg for energy storage, DC system and DP
The Norwegian offshore support vessel owner has selected a company to supply a raft of electrical power, automation and electronics for a newbuild offshore support vessel
DOF has chosen Kongsberg Maritime to supply a DC electric system and batteries for hybrid propulsion, automation and controls, and dynamic positioning (DP) for an offshore field support vessel being built in Poland.
Its 110-m vessel, to be named Sea Dragon, will have two 1-MWh battery packs for battery-hybrid propulsion to reduce emissions during operations on oilfields on the Grand Banks offshore Newfoundland.
Crist shipyard in Gdynia, Poland, is building this vessel with accommodation for 164 people, to a design by MMC Ship Design for completion in 2027.
It will be equipped with a range of Kongsberg systems, including the DC main switchboard, battery-hybrid system, main power generator, thruster induction motor and distribution transformer.
DOF also selected Kongsberg to supply bridge systems for navigation, K-Chief automation and controls and K-Pos DP3 system.
“With these innovations, this new ship is set to achieve fuel savings of up to 35% compared with similar vessels, marking a significant step forward in sustainable maritime technology,” said Kongsberg.
As OSV owners like DOF invest in hybrid propulsion and advanced DP systems, industry discussions are shifting toward practical solutions for performance, emissions reduction, and operational efficiency. These themes will be explored at the Offshore Support Journal Conference, Asia, where technology leaders and vessel operators will share insights on the evolving offshore support landscape.
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