HANSA Yachts 01-2024

YACHT PROJECTS
After a building break »REV Ocean« will leave her shipyard with a 12 metre extension. Her LOA will be nearly 195 metre
acquired the 71-metre »Skat« from Charles Simonyi. A vessel in
his possession for two decades, constructed by Lürssen and designed
by Espen Øino – mirroring the design team of »REV
Ocean«. Simonyi later replaced »Skat« with the 20-metre »Norn«,
maintaining continuity with the same shipyard and designer.
While construction on »REV Ocean« experienced a pause in
2021, the shipyard has confirmed the preservation of the vessel‘s
original vision with plans to enhance its functionality. This includes
a midship extension of 12 metres, elongating the existing
hull for increased buoyancy and incorporating lightweight materials
to replace some of the steel. The vessel will feature a reorganized
layout, providing more space and heightened scientific
capacity in its primary hangar.
Kjell Inge Røkke‘s vision for »REV Ocean« transcends a conventional
superyacht, positioning it as a platform for knowledge
acquisition. Welcoming researchers, environmental groups, and
institutions on board, Røkke envisions the vessel as a hub for developing
innovative solutions to address challenges and opportunities
related to the seas.
Despite its collaboration with leading superyacht designer
Espen Øino, »REV Ocean« won‘t be classified as a traditional
superyacht. Focused on advanced oceanography, the vessel will
be equipped with state-of-the-art equipment to survey marine
environments comprehensively. The extension will facilitate a
dedicated submarine hangar, a HiPAP system for subsea equipment
tracking, an additional science lab, and facilities for 3D
printing and onboard metalwork. In alignment with environmental
consciousness, »REV Ocean« is designed for optimal fuel
efficiency, featuring an energy recovery rudder system, mediumspeed
engines, a direct-drive diesel-electric propulsion system,
and an exhaust cleaning system. The increase in size, though
leading to a 32% rise in fuel capacity and range, is anticipated to
have a relatively minor impact on fuel consumption.
Upon delivery, »REV Ocean« will be available for charter, with
plans for its maiden voyage involving a journey from the Arctic
via the Norwegian coast, followed by a route through the United
States and South America to reach the Southern Ocean.
The expected delivery by VARD is set for February 2025, with
operational readiness projected for Q4 2026. VARD will undertake
the rebuild at its facilities in Norway, and final completion
activities will occur at a location to be determined closer to delivery.
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