With Windward Athens, Windward Paris, Windward Munich, and now Windward Hamburg, all four purpose-built CSOVs have joined the Windward Offshore fleet. Together, they form the backbone of Windward Offshore’s vessel offering, strengthening the company’s ability to support offshore wind projects with modern, flexible, and future-oriented assets throughout construction, commissioning, and long-term operations.
Windward Hamburg is based on VARD 4 19 design and measures 87.5 meters in length and 19.5 meters in beam, with accommodation for up to 120 people. Like her sister vessel Windward Munich, Windward Hamburg is additionally equipped with a helideck, increasing operational flexibility and providing an additional option for the safe transfer of personnel to and from the vessel to the wind turbine.
The vessel combines advanced offshore technology with a focus on efficient and lower-emission operations. Key features include a height-adjustable motion-compensated gangway with integrated elevator, an electric motion-compensated crane, a height-adjustable boat landing system, and a battery-hybrid propulsion system prepared for future operation on green methanol.
“This delivery is a very special moment for us. What began as an ambitious newbuilding program has now become a fleet. Reaching this milestone is a proud achievement and reflects the commitment of everyone involved and our strong partnership with VARD. With all four vessels now delivered and entering operations, we have built a strong foundation for the next stage of our development,” said Bastian Hagebeuker, Managing Director of Windward Offshore.
“The delivery of Windward Hamburg marks an important milestone in our partnership with Windward Offshore. We thank the Windward Offshore team for their trust and close cooperation. Delivering all four vessels on or ahead of schedule is a strong achievement, and we are proud of what we have accomplished together. We look forward to continuing our partnership and supporting the growth of the offshore wind industry,” said Runar Vågnes, Senior Vice President Sales, VARD.
The fleet is already demonstrating its capabilities in operation. Windward Athens and Windward Paris are successfully operating for their clients and have together safely transferred more than 14,000 people via their motion-compensated gangways. Windward Munich, the third vessel in the series delivered in July, is currently on her voyage to Hamburg for her official naming ceremony and will thereafter directly commence her first charter.
