UAE-based fabricator Lamprell has signed a memorandum of understanding with Taiwanese owner and operator Dong Fang Offshore for a newbuild wind turbine installation and maintenance vessel. The GustoMSC-designed NG-9000X vessel will be built in compliance with Taiwanese shipping law. It will feature a heavy-lift crane, DP-2 positioning, legs with spud cans for challenging conditions, accommodation quarters, and will be capable of transporting and installing two 15MW-class turbines simultaneously. The agreement outlines steps for a collaboration between Dong Fang Offshore, Lamprell, and prospective regional clients. That includes the development of a cost-effective and reliable vessel solution. “We appreciate the strong willingness and commitment of Lamprell to partner with us to develop a solution for the continued development and maintenance of offshore wind projects in Taiwan,” said Polin Chen, CEO of Dong Fang Offshore. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1_95_0_1_2'); }); TagsOffshore Wind Taiwan United Arab Emirates