Bergen Engines Secures Second Order for Island Offshore’s New OECV

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Bergen, Norway – Bergen Engines is proud to announce a new order from VARD for four Bergen C25:33L9A generating sets. The engines will power Island Offshore’s 2nd newbuild, a next-generation Ocean Energy Construction Vessels (OECVs).

“We are thrilled to continue our partnership with VARD and Island Offshore in advancing the capabilities of OECVs, a market segment were we see a lot of activity” remarked Kjell Harloff, Head of Sales – Marine at Bergen Engines. “This repeat order underscores the trust shown in our technology and its role in supporting maritime operations towards greater sustainability and overall efficiency.”

The Bergen C25:33L series are renowned for its exceptional reliability and performance. The generating sets maintain outstanding fuel efficiency across varying loads, providing the owner with an exceptional low fuel consumption and emissions proving world class environmental stewardship. The modularized Power Pack unit, comprising a cylinder head, liner, piston, and three-piece connecting rod, ensures a maintenance friendly solution saving downtime and thereby possibility for increased revenues.

The new OECV from VARD, is tailored for a diverse range of subsea operations, including inspection, maintenance, repair, and offshore construction. With features like an Active Heave-Compensated (AHC) subsea crane and prepared for a gangway system, the vessel is engineered for flexibility and performance in challenging offshore environments.

Designed with superior maneuverability and station-keeping abilities, the vessel’s hull is optimized for efficiency in demanding conditions. Moreover, its readiness for future methanol conversion underscores its alignment with Bergen Engines’ commitment to sustainable marine solutions. Construction of the vessel’s hull will commence at VARD’s shipyard in Romania, with outfitting and commissioning at one of VARD’s Norwegian shipyards.


FOR MEDIA REQUESTS
Jordan Paquet
Jordan.paquet@bergenengines.com
+47 555 36 000
ABOUT BERGEN ENGINES
Bergen Engines produces medium-speed liquid and gas fueled engines and generator sets are supplied to a broad range of land-based, commercial marine, and naval applications. The Bergen name is a watchword for quality and reliability in its field. The tradition of engineering in Bergen, Norway, dates to 1855 when the original company Bergen Mekaniske Verksted (BMV) was founded. In 1946, the company built its first diesel engine and has since commissioned over 7,500 of its iconic liquid and gas fueled engines. Around half of them are still in operation today; such is the quality and reliability of a Bergen engine. Formerly Rolls-Royce Bergen Engines, on 31st December 2021, the company became part of the privately owned British engineering group, Langley Holdings plc.

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