A new methanol-fueled subsea vessel under construction in Turkey has encountered delivery delays. The 100-meter vessel, Viking Vigor, was originally slated for completion and handover in early 2026. Upon delivery, the ship is intended for a three-to-five-year charter with Reach Subsea.

The vessel is being built at Sefine Shipyard in Turkey and features a methanol propulsion system, marking a significant step toward decarbonization in offshore and subsea operations. However, recent construction setbacks have pushed the delivery schedule back, according to industry sources familiar with the project.

While the postponement highlights the growing challenges of delivering new-generation vessels on time, the Viking Vigor remains a key development for the offshore industry’s transition to low-emission marine technologies.