Wuchang Shipbuilding bags orders for up to four offshore vessels

Wuchang Shipbuilding has clinched an order for up to four offshore construction vessels from what it says is a first-class shipowner in Europe.

The CSSC-affiliated yard said the firm two ships, booked for an undisclosed price tag, will be mainly used in traditional oil and gas and offshore renewables sectors.

The 100-m-long units have been designed by Norway’s Salt Ship Design as a further development of the Salt 305 vessels previously built by the same yard.

The new design, dubbed Salt 0494, is prepared for alternative fuel and includes a large battery package, the designer said.

The owner has yet to be revealed, with sources speculating on major Norwegian offshore players as potential investors.