First two vessels delivered under six-boat Supa Swath crew transfer vessel programme, with options for six more
Strategic Marine has delivered the first two Supa Swath crew transfer vessels to Mainprize Offshore, marking the initial milestone under a multi-vessel contract signed at Seawork in June 2024.
The delivery represents the first handover within a programme covering six Supa Swath vessels, with options for a further six units. It follows earlier collaboration in 2024 that saw MO10 and MO11 enter service as part of Mainprize Offshore’s growing fleet. The project reflects the ongoing partnership between Strategic Marine and Mainprize Offshore to expand fleet capability in support of offshore renewables operations across Europe.
The vessels are based on a next-generation Supa Swath design developed by Walker Marine Design, engineered to deliver high levels of stability, operational efficiency and versatility in demanding offshore environments. Designed to meet the evolving requirements of offshore wind operations, the vessels feature enhanced seakeeping performance, improved fuel efficiency through advanced propulsion systems, and modern navigation and communications technology to support safe and efficient operations.
The Supa Swath vessels are based on a next-generation design developed by Walker Marine Design, offering exceptional stability, operational efficiency, and versatility in demanding offshore environments. Purpose-built to meet the evolving needs of offshore wind operations, the vessels deliver enhanced seakeeping performance, improved fuel efficiency through advanced propulsion systems, and modern navigation and communications technologies to support safe and efficient operations.
Mr. Bob Mainprize, Managing Director of Mainprize Offshore, said: “The delivery of the first two Supa Swath vessels under this programme is an important step in our fleet expansion. Strategic Marine was selected for these builds due to their consistently high-quality construction and fit-out, which has proven to deliver reliable workhorses for demanding offshore operations. These vessels demonstrate the performance and capability we require to support offshore renewables activities, and we are pleased to see the successful progression of the programme following our contract signing at Seawork.”
Mr. Chan Eng Yew, Chief Executive Officer of Strategic Marine, commented: “We are proud to deliver the first two Supa Swath vessels to Mainprize Offshore as part of this significant contract. This milestone highlights the strong partnership between our teams and our shared commitment to delivering innovative, high-quality vessels that meet the demands of the offshore renewables sector.”
With this delivery, Mainprize Offshore continues to build momentum towards its planned fleet expansion, positioning the company to meet increasing operations and maintenance requirements across the European offshore wind market. Strategic Marine remains committed to delivering advanced vessel solutions that support the growth of offshore renewables globally.
