SUNSTONE SHIPS First expedition cruise vessels built in China FOLLOW THE PROGRESS 1 of 3 Ulstein designed subsea rock installation vessel for GLDD will be America’s first GLDD orders Jones Act compliant rock installation vessel to serve U.S. offshore wind. The vessel, an ULSTEIN S211 design, has been developed by Rotterdam based Ulstein Design & Solutions B.V. and will be constructed by Philly Shipyard. The contract includes the option for a second vessel. Read story ABC News live broadcast from Antarctica during ‘National Geographic Endurance‘ inaugural cruise In the period 10-18 November 2021, ABC News broadcasted live from ‘National Geographic Endurance’ in Antarctica as part of their climate change coverage spanning seven continents. The expedition cruise vessel is the first of two for Lindblad Expeditions. Both vessels have been designed and built by Ulstein. Read story ESVAGT and Ulstein have entered into a contract for a conversion project ESVAGT and Ulstein have entered into a contract for the conversion of two platform supply vessels to ERRV battery hybrid vessels. Read story GET GOING FOR GREEN SOLUTIONS: Two sterns provide fuel savings and maximum manoeuvrability Ulstein has developed a ship with two sterns and main propeller units in each corner, ideally for offshore operations requiring continuous positioning. “The TWIN X-STERN is extremely manoeuvrable, comfortable to be on board and very environmentally friendly,” says Øyvind Gjerde Kamsvåg, Chief Designer at Ulstein. Read story From oil and gas to offshore wind For generations, we have delivered ship designs to service oil and gas installations in the world’s roughest areas. Offshore wind is a new segment in the offshore family, and the knowledge of how the weather can impact the vessel is of great value when developing designs and solutions for offshore renewables. Read story Roadmap to a hydrogen future Following the introduction of our first hydrogen fuelled, zero emission design in 2019, we now reveal our vision towards a marine hydrogen future. Where the ULSTEIN SX190 showcased that zero emission ships can be realised with today’s off-the-shelf technology, we now map the way to a hydrogen fuelled marine industry. Read story Enabling cruise ships to run emission-free for 12 hours In order to comply with regulations, as well as minimise environmental impact, cruise operators will need new technical solutions. The ULSTEIN ZED power system allows cruise operators to visit vulnerable and protected areas without greenhouse gas emissions and local pollution. Read story Alfa Lift – the smart design for offshore wind installations The Norway-based shipowner OHT recently celebrated the keel laying of their Alfa Lift heavy installation vessel. Custom-designed by Ulstein, the foundation installation vessel will serve the early development stage of new offshore wind farms. Ulstein has ship solutions for all phases in the life of offshore wind farms. Read story Batteries for offshore wind vessel In cooperation with shipowner Bernhard Schulte, Ulstein Design & Solutions has designed a diesel-electric propulsion system assisted by batteries to reduce operating hours on the main engines, save fuel and reduce environmental footprint. The hybrid system has been installed on the WINDEA JULES VERNE at Ulstein Verft. Read story COVID-19 - Emergency support vessels: PUBLISHED 02. NOVEMBER 2021 Being prepared when a situation occurs Read story The COVID-19 pandemic is one of many situations where the need of extra hospital/treatment facilities will emerge. One solution is Emergency Support Vessels - ESVs. Ulstein has developed a portfolio of ESVs for world-wide operations. INNOVATIONS: Innovations The X-BOW® and X-STERN™ are two major innovations from Ulstein, improving seakeeping, comfort and safety, and reducing fuel consumption. X-BOW AND X-STERN "The X-STERN met all our expectations. It is amazing to see a vessel going backwards in bad weather without slamming or spray on deck." X-STERN® Statements from X-BOW® users With feedback like ‘amazing experience’ and’ 'I’ll never again work on any other type of vessel in winter’ being stated by crews on X-BOW® vessels, it is hard to ignore the impact this hull innovation has had since it first appeared in 2005. MORE STATEMENTS Introduces the X-BOW® in RoPax designs The X-BOW RoPax portfolio is based on a compact concept to increase the competitiveness of such vessels through higher revenue making at lower financial and operational costs. 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