Inkfish Orders Nearly €700 Million Research Vessel from Vard
1, June 2026
Inkfish has ordered RV11000 from Vard, a 162 m deep-sea research vessel designed for mapping, coring, submarine support, and ROV work down to 11,000 m.
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VARD, Aas Mek Eye Norway Vessel Program
26, May 2026
VARD and Aas Mek. Verksted AS signed a letter of intent to explore cooperation linked to Norway’s planned standardized vessel procurement.
VARD Adds Floating Dock Capacity
12, May 2026
VARD will add a new floating dock at Vard Langsten to strengthen newbuilding, conversion and service capacity, with completion targeted for Q3 2027.
VARD Launches First Windward Offshore CSOV
28, April 2026
VARD has launched the first CSOV for Windward Offshore, featuring battery-hybrid propulsion and green methanol readiness for offshore wind operations.
VARD Completes Skandi Minder Upgrade
23, April 2026
VARD has completed a major upgrade of DOF’s subsea vessel Skandi Minder, covering ROV/LARS improvements, engine overhaul and broader repair work at Vard Langsten.
Hanwha Joins U.S. Navy Ship Design
31, March 2026
Hanwha Philly Shipyard and Hanwha Defense USA joined the U.S. Navy’s next-generation military support ship conceptual design project with VARD, giving Hanwha an early role in a planned 13-ship programme and strengthening its future bid position.
Orange Marine Orders Two New Cable-Laying Vessels
24, February 2026
Fincantieri and VARD sign a new contract with Orange Marine to design two additional VARD 9 03 cable-laying vessels, to be built at Colombo Dockyard PLC.
Hybrid OECV NB 977 Enters Water in Romania
14, February 2026
VARD launched NB 977, the first hybrid OECV for Island Offshore, at its Brăila yard on 9 February. The 120 m vessel will support IMR, subsea construction and offshore operations.
VARD Lands Four-Robot MPV Order from Ocean Infinity
13, January 2026
VARD has signed with Ocean Infinity to design and build four robotic MPVs. The deal exceeds 200 million euros and includes SeaQ systems, interiors scope, and a LARS package.
