Boskalis unveils next-generation cable lay vessel for offshore wind market

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Boskalis has announced plans to invest in a new high-capacity Cable Lay Vessel (CLV) targeting growing demand from the offshore wind and interconnector sectors.

The vessel, which is expected to enter service in 2029, will be designed to support long-distance high-voltage direct current (HVDC) cable installation projects linked to grid expansion and offshore renewable energy development.

According to the company, the CLV will feature two 12,000-ton cable carousels, including a concentric carousel, enabling the installation of longer continuous cable sections while reducing the need for offshore joints.

Boskalis said increasing electrification, energy security requirements and offshore wind transmission demand are driving the need for expanded subsea cable installation capacity.

The company has participated in more than 140 subsea cable-related projects over the past 15 years and currently operates three cable lay vessels alongside trenching support assets and seabed intervention equipment.

The investment reflects continued growth across the offshore transmission market as developers and grid operators expand interconnector and offshore wind infrastructure worldwide.

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