- Offshore access
The Electric Commissioning Service Operation Vessel eCSOV
Building tomorrow’s future today
Bibby Marine’s vision is to become the UK’s cleanest Service Operation Vessel (SOV) operator and to operate a zero-emission SOV before 2030. Continuing our historical pioneering spirit, we are building the most advanced, efficient and environmentally friendly SOV on the market – the electric-Commissioning Service Operation Vessel (eCSOV).
The delivery of this vessel has the potential to be a game changer for our industry by accelerating our path to net-zero.
Bibby Marine is the owner and operator of the WaveMaster fleet of vessels. As pioneers in this sector, our purpose-built Service Operation Vessels (SOVs) have a proven track record of providing safe access for personnel to offshore energy platforms, a high standard of accommodation, and transportation. Our efficient and reliable service enables our customers to do their job.
Why charter the eCSOV?
Our new vessel will be at the forefront of the offshore walk-to-work market, offering unparalleled emission reductions and fuel consumption.
With its market leading battery pack and methanol fuel system combined, she will be the first true zero emission SOV – with the ability to operate a full day of operations on battery alone, capable of charging from offshore wind farms.
Or when operating on green methanol, our eCSOV guarantees superior fuel efficiency, vastly reduced carbon emissions and an ability to be zero emission once wind farm infrastructure is installed, this setting a new standard in the industry.
“The eCSOV will feature a powerful battery system, complemented by dual-fuel methanol engines for emission-free operations.”
- Offshore vessels
Over 20 hours of battery endurance in good weather (2.0m Hs) / over 8 hours continuous in rough conditions (3.5m Hs).
With a full charge, the eCSOV will be able to complete transits up to 130NM
Tonnes of CO2 saved by eCSOV compared to a conventional SOV, over its 25-year life span
Technical
Specification
Length o.a. (approx.) 89.60 m
Length between perpendiculars 82.80 m
Beam 19.80 m
Depth mld. to 01 Deck 7.55 m
Depth mld. to 02 Deck 11.00 m
Draught (Design) 5.00 m
Deadweight 2250
Gross Tonnage (GT) approx. 6750
Cargo Weather Deck Area 500 m2 approx. (8 x 20ft containers)
Covered / Conditioned Warehouse Areas Dedicated climate controlled electrical stores (56m2). Side shell door access. Flush hatch access from main deck sized to load 10ft container. Flush hatch access from main deck sized to load 10ft container. 535 m2 space for approx. 80 double/triple stacked euro pallets.
Main Deck Loading 5t/m2
Battery 22,500kWh LFP 24-hour Endurance
Main Generator Sets 2 x 3,480kW Dual Fuel (MGO/Methanol) Generator Sets
Propulsion Thrusters 2 x 2000kW azimuth thrusters
Bow Thrusters 2 x 1500kW tunnel thrusters
Crew / Special Personnel Total 120POB, 84 single or large double cabins for crew and Special Personnel provided with internet, telephone and video entertainment (VOD and satellite TV)
Other Spaces 3 client offices, 2 meeting/conference rooms for Charterer’s use, recreation-dayroom, mess room, reception room, hospital, changing rooms (M/F), gymnasium
Networks 1000V DC Main Switchboards – 3 split system 690V, 400V, 230V – 50Hz
Emergency Generator Set 1 x 354kWe Diesel Generator Set
Offshore Charging 2 x AC/DC offshore power connection boxes (1 fwd, 1 aft) – 11kV, 4000kW incoming charging capacity
Shore Power 2 x AC shore power connection boxes – 4000kW incoming charging capacity
Yard Armon Group
Delivery Date TBC
Basic Functions Offshore transfers for special personnel and equipment by means of a motion comp. access system and heave comp. offshore rated crane on a stable DP-2 platform
Classification DNV-GL Maritime Notation: +1A Windfarm Service, Battery Power, E0, LFL Fuelled, DYNPOS(AUTR-CB), COMF (C-2, V-2), IP, Walk2work, Clean (Design, Tier III), Cyber Secure (Essential), LCS, BIS, Strengthened(dk), Smart(EEN), BWM(T), ER(SCR), HELDK(SH), Recyclable, Shore power, NAUT (OSV)
Flag UK MCA
Owner Bibby Marine
Life
on board
Ensuring comfort for crew members, the vessel will provide top tier accommodation with generous communal areas and comfortable cabins. The eCSOV is equipped with Starlink technology, providing unparalleled internet access to all onboard while at sea. This cutting-edge satellite internet service ensures that everyone on board remains connected, no matter how remote the location.
- Life on board
Living offshore
shouldn’t be
uncomfortable.
Ensuring comfort for crew members, the vessel will provide top-tier accommodation with generous communal areas and comfortable cabins. To facilitate zero-emission operations, the eCSOV will feature high-voltage offshore charging facilities for rapid recharging. With the capability to operate solely on battery power for over 20 hours between charging cycles, the vessel is primed for efficient field operations. Our eCSOV guarantees superior fuel efficiency, setting a new standard in the industry.
The vessel sets new standards in data collection, digital twin technology, and AI-driven modelling, enabling real-time performance optimisation and predictive maintenance for maximum operational efficiency. With high-end, hotel-standard accommodation and low noise and vibration levels, it provides maximum comfort for personnel during operations. Additionally, over 500m² of dedicated, covered, and environmentally controlled warehouse space below decks, with side access, enables safe and efficient shoreside operations.
- Sustainability
Our roadmap to green
Bibby Marine began its “Roadmap to Green” in 2019 with WaveMaster Zero C project – funded by MarRI-UK, which was aimed to determine which alternative fuel is best suited to the next generation of SOVs and similar sized vessels and led to a number of feasibility studies, funded through the Clean Maritime Demonstration Competitions (CMDC). This led to a funding award as part of the Zero Emission Vessel Infrastructure (ZEVI) project, which kick-started the eCSOV project.
- Also see.
WaveMaster Horizon
The purpose built Bibby WaveMaster Horizon was delivered in 2019 – a DP2 Walk to Work Service Accommodation Vessel (SOV), designed to accommodate personnel and safely transport them to offshore structures.
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Offshore access service solutions.
Both our office and on-board teams will provide the necessary support you require at every stage of the contract so you can deliver your project in the best way possible without stress.