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🚢  New milestone reached with the keel laying of NB 974 for Purus.   On November 22, we proudly celebrated the keel laying ceremony for NB 974 at Vard Vung Tau, Vietnam. This moment marks a significant step in the construction of one of two advanced Commissioning Service Operation Vessels (CSOV) designed and built for Purus. NB 974 is an 87.7-meter Commissioning service operation vessel (CSOV) of VARD 4 19 design, purpose-built for the wind farm industry.   At VARD, we are proud to contribute to a greener future by providing innovative, high-quality solutions tailored to the needs of our customers. Together, we’re enabling sustainable business at sea! 🌊 #shipbuilding #shipdesign #offshorewind #integratedvaluechain #oneteam

🌊 Pioneering green innovation in offshore wind. VARD has reached a significant milestone with the Approval in Principle (AiP) for the methanol fueling system on two VARD 4 22 Commissioning Service Operation Vessels (CSOVs) under construction for North Star. This recognition from Lloyd’s Register places these vessels at the forefront of the green transition in the wind energy market. 🛠️ Designed to lead the way in sustainable maritime solutions, these CSOVs are equipped with methanol-ready hybrid propulsion systems, setting a new standard for future-ready vessels. Since the contract signing in May 2023, VARD and North Star have worked closely with Lloyd’s Register, conducting extensive risk analyses and design refinements to ensure a seamless transition to methanol as a fuel source. - This is an important step for VARD in our continuous work to lead the technological and green transition. With this approval in principle, we are assuring that we stay relevant in the market, meeting current and future needs from our customers, says Thomas Brathaug, Vice President in VARD's Project Management department. With these vessels, VARD is not just building ships but shaping the future of sustainable business at sea. The VARD 4 22 project highlights our commitment to innovation, customer partnership, and delivering solutions that meet the demands of a greener tomorrow. Follow this link to read the full press release: https://lnkd.in/dvaGjGt5 #shipbuilding #methanolready #offshorewind #sustainablebusinessatsea

Meet Charlotte - who worked her way from apprentice to Service Engineer. With curiosity as her driving force, Charlotte Johannesen Vindsnes constantly seeks understanding to master her field. This hunger for knowledge has resulted in an array of opportunities in 𝗩𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗼. 👉 Learn more about Charlotte on our website: https://lnkd.in/duGbcn76 Did you know that Vard Electro is on the lookout for new talent to join our team of skilled employees? Join us and be part of a community that celebrates your skills, and where together we are shaping the future of shipbuilding. So – what are your skills? ✨ Read more about our available positions and dig into the opportunities in VARD by following this link: https://lnkd.in/gYdRk3kj 🎬 Fuglefjellet 💻 Losen #skills #SeaQ #wearevard #maritimeindustry #buildingtogether #oneteam

🎥 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