The Norwegian shipbuilder Ulstein Verft has successfully delivered the Nexans Electra, a DP3 cable-laying vessel (CLV), to Nexans. This newbuild strengthens Nexans' capacity to install advanced subsea power and communication cable systems. The vessel is designed for demanding offshore operations and will play a crucial role in supporting Nexans' turnkey solutions for subsea cable systems worldwide.
The Nexans Electra is the sister vessel of the CLV Nexans Aurora, which was delivered from Ulstein Verft in 2021. This newbuild incorporates enhanced capacity and updated arrangements, making it an important asset for offshore renewable and interconnector projects. The vessel features an additional under-deck turntable with a 3,500-tonne cable capacity, a split turntable on deck holding up to 10,000 tonnes of cable, and a fibre-optic tank with a capacity of 450 tonnes.
The delivery of Nexans Electra marks an important milestone for Nexans, confirming Ulstein's strong execution capabilities. The vessel is the result of a highly competent and committed project team, with Ulstein once again demonstrating solid project execution through all phases of a complex construction project with a large number of integrated mission systems.
Nexans Electra CLV (Credit: Ulstein)
The Nexans Electra is well-suited for offshore wind developments, interconnectors, and other critical electrification infrastructure. With its large cable-carrying capacity and specialized installation equipment, the vessel supports Nexans' turnkey solutions for subsea cable systems worldwide.
Execution is where subsea projects are won or lost, and our cable-laying fleet is critical to success,
The delivery of Nexans Electra marks an important milestone for Nexans, confirming Ulstein's strong execution capabilities.
