First Windcat commissioning service operation vessel launched

The launch took place at Ha Long Shipyard in Vietnam. The design of the vessel was developed in collaboration with Damen Shipyards Group, Windcat and CMB.TECH.

Windcat Rotterdam will support construction, commissioning and maintenance activity on offshore energy projects.

Comfort on board is a key feature, with spacious single and double cabins for up to 120 people, a fully equipped gym, entertainment areas and high-quality catering and housekeeping services. The interior was developed in collaboration with experts to ensure a ‘home away from home’ experience for offshore personnel. 

Windcat Rotterdam is equipped with the latest technology in terms of fuel efficiency and emissions control such as closed bus switchboard configuration and a hybrid battery-electric propulsion system. Four azimuth thrusters enable precise manoeuvrability.

The vessel is designed to operate with a significantly reduced CO2 footprint. Building on experience with its hydrogen-powered CTVs, Windcat will implement CMB.TECH’s hydrogen technology on the Elevation-series CSOVs. A dual-fuel hydrogen engine will enable the auxiliary genset to run on hydrogen. The hydrogen genset, storage and fuel supply system are ready for integration on the vessel once final approvals are in place. 

Designed for offshore deployment of up to 30 days, the vessel has a 3D motion-compensated gangway and what Windcat claims is the world’s first 10-tonne 3D motion-compensated crane.