VARD, a subsidiary of Fincantieri, has announced a new contract with North Star, the UK’s largest shipowner-operator, for the design and construction of two hybrid Service Operation Vessels (SOVs). The vessels, based on the VARD 4
VARD Signs Contract with North Star for Two Hybrid Service Operation Vessels
Fincantieri
COMPANY_GROUP
NORTH STAR LTD
SHIPMANAGER
VARD Electro AS
EQUIPMENT_MANUFACTURER
Design And Tech
Alternative Fuels
Offshore Vessel
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Aug 05, 2025 · 16:53 UTC
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