Crew transfer vessel innovation partners

Volvo Penta and Northern Offshore Services (N-O-S) advance offshore wind energy with N-O-S’ I-Class marine vessels. This is the world's first commercial application of Volvo Penta's IPS Professional Platform – powering Northern Offshore Service's next-generation crew transfer vessels.

The partnership

Volvo Penta & N-O-S

Volvo Penta and Northern Offshore Services (N-O-S) have partnered to advance offshore wind energy with the new I-Class marine vessels. Powered by Volvo Penta's state-of-the-art IPS Professional platform, the I-Class crew transfer vessels (CTV) are designed to meet the industry’s demands.

In operation

Designed for efficiency today

The N-O-S I-Class crew transfer vessels (CTVs) feature an innovative hull design paired with Volvo Penta’s IPS Professional Platform. The engineering behind the vessel design and propulsion system aims to enhance operational efficiency and support crucial uptime.

The philosophy

Designed for tomorrow’s needs

The N-O-S I-Class vessels are designed to adapt to evolving customer needs. With a projected 20+ year lifecycle, this CTV is designed to align with Volvo Penta's IPS Professional Platform – a flexible solution intended to support the transition to hybrid, electric, and renewable energy sources.

Hybrid propulsion

Volvo Penta IPS Professional Platform

The Volvo Penta IPS Professional Platform is an advanced propulsion system designed for commercial marine vessels and superyachts. Building on the proven Volvo Penta Inboard Performance System (IPS) and Electronic Vessel Control (EVC) technology, this platform offers unique enhancements for larger vessels, such as improved manueverability and high power. As the evolution of Volvo Penta’s fully integrated helm-to-propeller experience, the Volvo Penta IPS Professional Platform is designed to provide flexibility with support for up to eight power sources. It also includes integrated intelligent software, services, and support, all powered by Volvo Penta’s proprietary EVC technology.

Volvo Penta IPS Professional Platform

Crew transfer vessels

N-O-S I-Class crew transfer vessels

The I-Class vessels feature an innovative hull design and a specially engineered U-shaped high-performance fender from N-O-S. This has been designed to specifically enhance maneuverability and improve the vessel's safety features, enabling smoother bollard pushes and crew transfers. The I-Class is designed to prioritize crew comfort, aiming to provide a "home away from home" experience. Powered by the advanced Volvo Penta IPS Professional Platform, the vessels are built to adapt to evolving energy solutions, and aim to provide long-term efficiency and reliability.

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