Finnish and Estonian shipbuilders secure EUR 110 million vessel contract with Belgium

The project will be carried out by Nordic Yards Group, a joint venture between Uudenkaupungin Työvene and Baltic Workboats. The contract includes an option for a second vessel, bringing the total value to €110 million, with the cost of a single vessel set at €54.4 million.

Construction will span 42 months and deliver a vessel equipped with advanced diesel-electric hybrid propulsion. Featuring six Volvo Penta diesel generators with a combined power of 3750 kW and a battery bank with a 1130 kWh capacity, the system optimises energy usage to reduce CO2 emissions, fuel consumption, and maintenance costs.

The vessel’s design incorporates future-ready technology, including readiness for methanol fuel, showcasing its commitment to environmental sustainability. It is intended for operation in the North Sea and will function as a support vessel for smaller pilot boats, maintaining full capability in challenging conditions such as four-metre wave heights.

The vessel will accommodate 20 crew members and 12 pilots, ensuring modern and comfortable living and working spaces. “This contract underscores the strength of Finnish and Estonian cooperation and highlights our ability to deliver internationally significant projects,” said Jussi Holopainen, CEO of Summa Defence.

Juha Granqvist, CEO of Uudenkaupungin Työvene, described the achievement as a milestone for Nordic Yards Group, noting its foundation of over 60 years of combined shipbuilding expertise. Margus Vanaselja, Chairman of Baltic Workboats, praised the deal as a testament to the region’s competitiveness in complex maritime projects.