Norwegian offshore vessel owner Solstad Offshore has received a letter of intent for a two-year worldwide assignment for its largest vessel, the Normand Maximus.

The contract is set to begin in the first quarter of 2027 and continue until the first quarter of 2029. It also includes an option to extend the charter to the first quarter of 2030.

Solstad Offshore said the vessel will be employed by an international subsea contractor, although the client was not named.

Under the charter party, Solstad Offshore will provide two work-class remotely operated vehicles with full crews, supported by Omega Subsea. Tooling and survey services are also included in the scope.

Built in 2016, Normand Maximus is 178 m long and can accommodate up to 180 people. The construction support vessel is fitted with a 900 t AHC crane and a 550 t VLS.

The vessel is currently working for an undisclosed client on a one-year assignment and remains fully committed until December 2026.