Royal IHC and Kalypso Offshore Energy have signed a letter of intent (LoI) to build America’s first innovative Jones Act compliant cable lay vessel (CLV) for the offshore wind market. The 5000-tonne CLV is to be built in the USA.
Kalypso, an emerging contractor for the offshore wind industry in the US, brings robust experience in offshore wind management as well as US marine operations. Kalypso is committed to providing safe, reliable, and efficient cable installation solutions to bolster the US offshore wind industry.
The collaboration between Kalypso and Royal IHC marks a significant advancement in the US wind supply chain by filling a key gap in the nation’s vessel capabilities.
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CLV design
Kalypso’s CLV has been designed and constructed to meet Jones Act compliance standards, ensuring adherence to US legislation for domestic maritime trade. This new cutting-edge vessel will offer safe, versatile, and efficient cable lay services including installation, repair, and maintenance capabilities.
‘Kalypso is thrilled to partner with Royal IHC to design and deliver America’s first cable lay vessel built on US soil dedicated to offshore wind,’ says Colin Smith, managing director of Kalypso.
Commenting on the partnership, Derk te Bokkel, CEO of Royal IHC, adds: ‘I take pride in leading a company capable of delivering this key contribution to the energy transition and energy security in America’s home market. The development of this CLV is a significant milestone for Royal IHC and the offshore wind sector in the US. We feel privileged to provide our added value to a knowledgeable pioneer such as Kalypso.’
Kalypso and Royal IHC will continue collaborating closely to finalise contract, engineering, and construction details.
Pictures by Royal IHC.
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