VESSELS & EQUIPMENT

Fleet of specialised vessels, subsea systems and equipment

VESSELS

Versatile fleet of specialised, multipurpose offshore vessels

N-Sea operates a fleet of 14 specialised, multipurpose offshore vessels equipped with state-of-the-art subsea systems and equipment. Our vessels are ideally suited to support a wide range of smart subsea solutions across all phases of the offshore asset life cycle, from development and installation through to operation and decommissioning. 

Across our fleet, highly experienced and dedicated teams operate worldwide, consistently delivering offshore operations to the highest standards of excellence.

 

Cable Lay Vessels (CLV)

Subsea cable repair and installation operations, DP2 capability, knuckle boom AHC cranes, and large deck space

Dive Support Vessels (DSV)

Subsea IRM and construction operations, DP3, knuckle boom AHC crane, and large deck space

Survey Vessels

Geophysical and geotechnical survey, inspection and subsea construction operations, DP2

Offshore Support Vessels (OSV)

Wide range of subsea support operations, from survey and UXO to IRM, with DP2 capability and large deck space

EQUIPMENT

State-of-the-art subsea systems and equipment

Our primary operations support base for all offshore operations in Europe is in IJmuiden, the Netherlands. This strategically positioned support base, close Amsterdam and Schiphol Airport, provides direct access to the North Sea.

The unique location and organisational set-up allow us to efficiently manage our asset base and support our fleet and projects from a single location. The base is situated close to the quayside, enabling efficient mobilisation and demobilisation of vessels and equipment. Standardised working methods, the use of digitised track & trace systems, and support from a dedicated team of in-house technicians and experts allow us to minimise operational downtime across our projects.

Modular Cable Installation Equipment

Three in-house designed modular cable installation systems, developed with a strong focus on maintaining cable integrity and providing the flexibility to handle various types of cables and joints.

Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs)

Twelve highly manoeuvrable underwater vehicles used for cable, umbilical and pipeline localisation, post-lay seabed cover surveys, UXO localisation, seabed clearance operations, inspection, repair and maintenance (IRM) of subsea structures, and diver support and observation.

MagSense Wing Systems

Six MagSense systems designed to detect subsea magnetic anomalies, such as unexploded ordnance (UXO).

Scanfish Systems

Four remotely operated towed Scanfish systems to support survey operations

CPT Tool

Cone Penetration Test (CPT) geotechnical tool to measure seabed soils.

AUX ROVs

Two AUX ROVs, ideally suited for boulder clearance.

COBRA Mine Disposal System

A non-electric firing system with a wireless ignition for the neutralisation or disposal of explosive ordnance.

Launch and Recovery Systems (LARS)

Fourteen Launch and Recovery Systems (LARS) used to safely deploy and retrieve divers, subsea tools, vehicles, craft and equipment to and from the water making LARS an essential component for offshore launch and recovery operations.

Air Diving Systems

Three fully IMCA-compliant air diving systems used to safely manage subsea air-diving operations for IRM works on various subsea structures, including platform jackets.

HEADQUARTERS

Operations base Europe

Our primary operations support base for all offshore operations in Europe is in IJmuiden, the Netherlands. This strategically positioned support base, close Amsterdam and Schiphol Airport, provides direct access to the North Sea.

The unique location and organisational set-up allow us to efficiently manage our asset base and support our fleet and projects from a single location. The base is situated close to the quayside, enabling efficient mobilisation and demobilisation of vessels and equipment. Standardised working methods, the use of digitised track & trace systems, and support from a dedicated team of in-house technicians and experts allow us to minimise operational downtime across our projects.

A digitised track & trace system
Logistics management and asset coordination
Storage, maintenance and repair of in-house systems and equipment
Training for offshore crews and induction programmes for new employees
We also provide operational support from our facility in Władysławowo, Poland.
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Offshore Support Vessels

Our offshore support vessels (OSVs) are fully equipped to support N-Sea’s wide range of subsea capabilities, including survey, UXO ID & clearance, cable installation & repair, as well as IRM, construction & decommissioning activities. 

Our offshore support vessels (OSVs) are fully equipped to support N-Sea’s wide range of subsea capabilities, including survey, UXO ID & clearance, cable installation & repair, as well as IRM, construction & decommissioning activities. Featuring DP2 capability, large deck space, and AHT cranes, the vessels can be fitted with our in-house systems and equipment, including ROV’s, CPT, air diving systems, and survey and UXO detection tools.

Nearshore Survey Vessels

Our nearshore survey vessels are ideal for rapid survey work as well as transporting crew and maintenance equipment. They can also serve as guard or patrol vessels. Each vessel accommodates 12 passengers and includes two single cabins.

Survey Vessels

Our survey vessels are designed for high-resolution 2D and 3D geophysical, seismic, environmental and geotechnical surveys, UXO inspections, and subsea construction support

Our survey vessels are designed for high-resolution 2D and 3D geophysical, seismic, environmental and geotechnical surveys, UXO inspections, and subsea construction support. Optimised for operational efficiency, the vessels feature a midship moonpool, specialised lifting capabilities, and advanced environmental technologies, including biofuel compatibility. Equipped with state-of-the-art systems, these vessels enhance both operational performance and data accuracy.

Dive Support Vessels (DSV)

The EDT Protea is a state-of-the-art DP3 dive support vessel (DSV), dedicated to air diving and ROV intervention operations. 

Her advanced DP3 positioning system and streamlined design make her exceptionally well-suited for operations in close proximity to offshore structures.

Equipped with a 50-tonne AHC crane and expansive deck space, she provides a highly capable and efficient platform for a wide range of subsea inspection, repair, maintenance (IRM), and construction activities.

Cable Lay Vessels (CLV)

Our cable lay vessels (CLVs) are shallow-draft, highly manoeuvrable vessels capable of executing a wide range of projects.

These include the installation of multiple cross-sections of inter-array cables, including CPS, using DP2, as well as the installation of shallow-water export cables using anchor systems.

The vessels can operate close to shore, grounding near the beach or at horizontal directional drilling exit points and are equally suited for cable repair or jointing operations in both shallow and deep water.

Thanks to the combination of mooring systems, DP2 capability, and beaching capacity, these vessels can operate year-round in both very shallow and deep-water conditions.