Astro Offshore has expanded its subsea fleet with the addition of Astro Atlas, a 97 m DP2 multipurpose support vessel, as it moves into ultra-deepwater operations and new international markets.
Built in 2021, Astro Atlas, previously named Energy Savanah, is designed to support subsea construction, cable installation and pipeline work. The vessel is fitted with a 150-tonnes subsea AHC crane, a 25-tonnes secondary crane, an integrated moonpool and accommodation for up to 100 personnel, supporting extended offshore campaigns in demanding conditions.
Chief executive Mark Humphreys said the introduction of Astro Atlas enhances the company’s operational capability. He said the vessel, as the largest and most capable in the fleet to date, allows Astro Offshore to support a broader range of complex offshore operations and respond more effectively to changing client requirements.
A key development is the vessel’s operating depth of more than 3,000 m, which allows Astro Offshore to enter the ultra-deepwater segment for the first time. Supported by its DP2 dynamic positioning system and vessel design, Astro Atlas is intended for technically more complex offshore projects.
The vessel is expected to operate in Europe, extending Astro Offshore’s footprint beyond the Middle East and strengthening its ability to deliver across multiple offshore markets.
Astro Atlas will be deployed under a long-term charter with Oceaneering International Inc. The arrangement combines Astro Offshore’s vessel capability with Oceaneering International Inc.’s subsea and ROV expertise to support construction, installation and intervention work in complex deepwater environments.
The addition of Astro Atlas reflects Astro Offshore’s continued focus on building a young, capable fleet while expanding its operational depth and global reach.
