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🎥 Watch the action-packed highlights from “Ta sjansen”!   Pupils from Spjelkavik High School recently teamed up with mentors from VARD and naval engineering students from NTNU i Ålesund to design and build their own boats out of cardboard and tape to race across the waters in Nørvasundet, Ålesund in a thrilling competition. 🚤💨   The day was filled with speed, creativity, and innovative designs, showcasing the future of maritime engineering.    Thank you for letting us be part of this Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)! 🎬 SCREEN STORY #shipbuilding #career #maritimeindustry #shipdesign #craftsmanship

📣 We are thrilled to announce that we have signed a contract for the design and construction of five Walk-to-work vessels with an international customer.   The five vessels will provide maintenance, supply, and operational services to offshore platforms in the oil and gas sector. They are of VARD 3 32 design, a design developed by VARD in close collaboration with the customer.   - The new contract contributes to strengthening VARD’s leading position on support vessels within the offshore energy market. We are very proud of being selected by the customer and we will provide vessels with innovative solutions specifically developed by VARD for the customer’s needs, says CEO in Vard Group Cathrine Kristiseter Marti.    - We are grateful and honoured that the client has trusted VARD with this substantial order. This is the result of intensive collaboration to fine tune a vessel concept to meet the operational requirements in an economical way, says SVP Sales and Marketing Ove Inge Dimmen. The first four vessels will be delivered in the second half of 2027, and the final vessel early in 2028.   👉 Click to read more on our website: https://lnkd.in/dv7hZ_QW   #shipbuilding #integratedvaluechain #shipdesign #oneteam

🚢 Another milestone at sea.   On November 19th, we proudly celebrated the launching of NB 976 at Vard Shipyards Romania – Braila. The Commissioning Service Operation Vessel, built for North Star, marks another step forward in our shared mission to shape the future of sustainable and efficient marine operations.   NB 976 is the second of our 4 22 design CSOVs delivered from VARD to North Star. Designed with purpose and precision, the VARD 4 22 design features: 👉 Methanol-ready hybrid propulsion solutions—gearing up for a greener future. 👉 Enhanced accommodations—single cabins with hotel-quality comfort to ensure technicians enjoy restful stays while working in the field.   We extend our gratitude to our talented colleagues at VARD and our valued partner, North Star, for their trust and collaboration in bringing this state-of-the-art vessel to life. Together, we’re pushing boundaries to enable sustainable business at sea. 🌊   #shipbuilding #offshorewind #integratedvaluechain #oneteam #sustainablebusinessatsea

A vision of innovation amidst Norway’s majestic scenery! Le Commandant Charcot, the world’s first hybrid-electric cruise icebreaker with LNG propulsion, delivered by VARD to PONANT in 2021, was recently photographed in its element—surrounded by the breathtaking Norwegian landscape. 🧊🚢 This Polar Class PC2 vessel, measuring 150m in length and 28m in breadth, represents a perfect blend of cutting-edge innovation, sustainability, and elegance, enabling exploration of some of the most remote and pristine regions of our planet. Take a moment to admire this extraordinary ship against nature’s masterpiece! 📸 Daniel Garden #shipbuilding #adventure #integratedvaluechain #craftsmanship #icebreaker

Celebrating the launch of NB 973 for Purus 🎉   Proudly launched from Vard Shipyards Romania - Tulcea NB 973 is an 87.7-meter Commissioning service operation vessel (CSOV) of VARD 4 19 design, purpose-built for the wind farm industry. With a state-of-the-art hull form tailored for all weather conditions and an optimized propulsion system, this vessel promises reduced fuel consumption, outstanding sea-keeping, and top-tier station-keeping performance.   Scheduled for delivery at Q2 2025, NB 973 is yet another milestone in VARD’s commitment to advancing sustainable solutions at sea. 🌊 #shipbuilding #offshorewind #integratedvaluechain #oneteam

🚢 USA and Constellation Class shortlisted for Norway’s Armed Forces.   At today’s press conference, Norway's Minister of Defence, Bjørn Arild Gram, unveiled the shortlist for the country’s acquisition of frigates, highlighting four of Norway’s closest allies: France, Great Britain, Germany, and the USA.    The Constellation-class frigate, chosen by the U.S. Navy and based on the FREMM platform developed by VARD’s owner, FINCANTIERI, is among the contenders. This design embodies decades of expertise in naval engineering, offering advanced capabilities and strategic alignment with Norway’s defense needs.   Ronny Opsjøn Langset, Yard Director at Vard Langsten and Head of the Governmental Defence Program, states: - We are ready and fully equipped to build these frigates in Norway. Building them locally will result in shorter lead and delivery times, while also minimizing risks. Additionally, compatibility with our closest ally will be crucial for operational patterns, operations, and maintenance.   The final decision is expected next year, and we’re proud to stand ready to support Norway’s future naval ambitions.   #shipbuilding #constellationclass #norwaydefense

Bringing the world's leading frigate expertise to Norway. 🌟   Today, Oslo hosts the Fincantieri Industry Days, a milestone event aimed at exploring opportunities for Norwegian industry in the potential construction of next-generation frigates for the Royal Norwegian Navy.    The event opened with Ken Braithwaite, former Ambassador to Norway and the 77th Secretary of the US Navy, who emphasized the close ties between Norway and the United States, calling Norway the U.S.’s closest ally. He also highlighted that the Constellation-class frigates are the backbone of the U.S. Navy, underscoring their strategic importance and operational advantages. «Fincantieri and VARD's American solution makes Norway part of the world's largest frigate family. Equally important is that Norway is already part of the AEGIS and Sea Hawk families, which are already on board most platforms in the world's most prominent navy. The operational advantages are many for both the USA and Norway,» says Ronny Opsjøn Langset, Head of the Governmental Defence Program in Vard Group.   Together with Fincantieri Marine Group (FMG), Lockheed Martin, and Raytheon, VARD is committed to creating a strong industrial cooperation plan. With our sister company FMG already building Constellation-class frigates for the U.S., VARD is the natural choice for leading similar projects in Norway.   🌎 Our seamless approach combines global expertise with local execution. Hull construction will take place at VARD Shipyard Romania, Tulcea, with outfitting and commissioning at Vard Langsten in Norway, ensuring a streamlined process that supports local capabilities and the Norwegian economy.   Stay tuned as we continue charting the course for Norway’s next-generation frigates!   Roar Gjerde | Kristian Sætre | Ståle Pedersen | David Forster, MBA, MS | John Lehman | Ronny Opsjøn Langset | Ambassador Kenneth J “KJ” Braithwaite #shipbuilding #Industrialcooperation #VARD #Fincantieri #Constellationclassfrigates 

🚢 Celebrating the naming ceremony of NB 952 Norwind Helm!   VARD is proud to deliver the CSOV Norwind Helm to Norwind Offshore ahead of schedule! Named today in Ålesund, this vessel marks the fifth vessel delivered to Norwind Offshore, designed specifically for offshore wind support operations.   Built with VARD’s innovative VARD 4 19 design, Norwind Helm is a highly versatile platform for all offshore windfarm support operations, focusing on onboard logistics, security, comfort, and superior operability. She sets sail immediately, heading straight into operation.   Svein Leon Aure, CEO of Norwind Offshore, shared: “We are very pleased to take delivery of newbuild 952 from VARD, also delivered ahead of schedule. Our experiences have been very good, and we are very satisfied with the quality and reliability of the vessels.”    Cathrine Kristiseter Marti, CEO of VARD, added, “I am proud of the work we do in Vard Group together with our suppliers to constantly provide our customers with the vessels they need. This is the third vessel VARD delivers to Norwind Offshore in 2024, and this is truly a Norwegian delivery with local suppliers as KONGSBERG, Ekornes, Jets Group, Maritime Partners, Ulmatec Pyro and many others. The maritime cluster on the Northwest coast of Norway has once again delivered a world class vessel." 🌟   Read the full press release on our website: https://lnkd.in/dbjERdGz 📸 Kristin Støylen   #shipbuilding #OffshoreWind #SustainableSolutions #integratedvaluechain 

This week, our team from Vard Group, Vard Electro, Vard Marine Inc, Seaonics AS and Vard Interiors is at the WorkBoat Show in New Orleans! Connecting with industry partners and showcasing our latest advancements in shipbuilding, marine technology, vessel design, electrical systems, and interiors —all driving sustainable, high-performance solutions across the maritime industry. Stop by stand 1115 to connect with us! 👋 #IWBS2024 #offshorewind #offshore #integratedvaluechain #oneteam

Recently, Vard Brattvaag had the pleasure of welcoming 60 eager students from Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). 💡 Trine Nerem, Assistant Project Manager, and Line Snåsøy, HSEQ Coordinator, gave an inspiring introduction to our advanced shipbuilding and VARD’s mission to enable sustainable business at sea. The students' enthusiasm and curiosity brought great energy to the day, underscoring the value of fresh perspectives in our industry. They also toured NB 952, a Commissioning Service Operations Vessel (CSOV) for Norwind Offshore, and experienced firsthand the cutting-edge design and technology behind our projects. 🚢   The visit was part of Explore, organized by NTNU, NLU (Næringslivsutvalget), ÅKP/GCE Blue Maritime Cluster, Næringsforeningen - Ålesundsregionen / Aalesund Chamber of Commerce and Sparebanken Møre.   A huge thank you to NTNU for visiting us — your passion fuels our drive for innovation! 🚀 🎬 Memoria #shipbuilding #students #maritimeindustry #maritimepossibilities