OSLO, NORWAY: IWS Fleet AS and Havfram Wind AS have agreed to cooperate on the technical management of two offshore wind turbine installation vessels (WTIVs) that can handle the largest turbines and foundations in the market.

The WTIVs are expected to be delivered in 2025 and will operate in water depths of up to 70 meters. The two companies will jointly own Havfram Fleet Management AS (HFM), which will be responsible for the technical management of the WTIVs.

IWS will also provide management and technical resources to HFM, as well as continue to manage two LNG carriers and six commissioning service operation vessels (CSOVs). The partnership aims to leverage the synergies and expertise of both parties in the offshore wind sector.

Christopher Andersen Heidenreich, COO of Integrated Wind Solutions ASA and Managing Director of IWS Fleet AS, commented on the collaboration: “Our strategic partnership with Havfram Wind is a testament to our distinguished technical expertise and capabilities in the offshore wind sector.

With this collaboration, along with our existing fleet, we are very motivated to deliver high-quality and efficient operations across the renewable energy landscape.”

Even Larsen, CEO of Havfram Wind said: “High quality technical management is essential when commencing operations of our fleet of Wind Turbine Installation Vessels.

IWS has a long history and a proven track record within ship management of advanced assets and is the perfect fit for Havfram Wind.

In a broader perspective, this collaboration is yet another affirmation to our clients that Havfram Wind is going to deliver the highest quality of transport and installation services to the offshore wind industry.”