GONDAN launches its fifth CSOV for Edda Wind
Yesterday, 12th March 2024, in GONDAN Shipbuilders we celebrated the launching of the fifth Commissioning Service Operation Vessel (CSOV) for Edda Wind. This milestone took place in the resized slipway 1 of our Figueras, Castropol facility, just after the recent expansions aimed at increasing the shipyard’s production capacity. This event marks another significant step in the ongoing collaboration between GONDAN and Edda Wind.
The vessel, with new building number C503 and designed by Salt Ship Design, stands out for its advanced and sustainable features. With a length of 88.3 metres and a beam of 19.7 metres, the C503 is equipped with zero-emission technology, can accommodate 120 people, and is fitted with the most modern and automated equipment. Notable features include a 3D offset offshore crane, an offset offshore gangway with a 30-metre outreach and an integrated 26-person lift, making it ideal for complex operations in offshore wind farm maintenance.
This is the fifth in a series of six vessels built by GONDAN for Edda Wind. The series consolidates GONDAN as a world leader in the construction of specialised vessels for the offshore renewable energy sector, underlining the importance of innovation and sustainability in today’s maritime industry. Furthermore, the expansion of GONDAN’s facilities not only reflects the company’s success and growth but also its ability to adapt and respond to the growing demands of the renewable energy market.