Northern Offshore Services (N-O-S), a subsidiary of Northern Offshore Group (NOG), an NYK Group company that operates crew transfer vessels in the global offshore wind industry, has completed the world’s first biomethanol-powered crew transfer vessel (CTV). Designed and developed by N-O-S, the vessel has been named “Transporter.” It is a conversion of a smaller A-class CTV.
The new CTV is equipped with a methanol engine. For fuel, N-O-S plans to use only biomethanol, a clean, renewable fuel derived from sustainable biomass. This pioneering innovation underscores N-O-S’s commitment to driving the transition to emission-reducing technologies and advancing the industry’s decarbonisation efforts.
This vessel is designed to accommodate 24 passengers. It has a length of 25.35 meters and a beam of 7.6 meters. The forward deck area spans 70 square meters, providing ample space for various activities, while the aft deck area measures 30 square meters, offering additional room for specific operations or passenger use.
Comment, David Kristensson, CEO, NOG said, “We now operate the world’s first single-fuel biomethanol crew transfer vessel. We are improving our fleet’s sustainability and setting a new standard for the maritime industry. Biomethanol represents a powerful alternative to conventional fuels, and we are proud to lead the way.”