Malaysian offshore support vessel (OSV) provider Nam Cheong Group has unveiled what it says is Malaysia and Sarawak’s first purpose-built multi-purpose support vessel (MPSV), set to be deployed in the oil & gas, renewable energy and telecommunication sectors.
According to the company, the advanced design of the SKG 520 vessel incorporates provisions for five distinct, custom fit-for-purpose configurations, including geotech drilling rig, subsea ROV deployment, air diving deployment, survey equipment, as well as walk-to-work gangway.
The vessel’s concept is based on the conversion of the SK Eonik vessel, which is currently deployed in Japan for a project under a two-plus-two-year charter.
“The SKG 520 is a testament to Nam Cheong Group’s unwavering commitment to engineering excellence and our proactive approach in addressing the evolving demands of the global energy landscape,” said Leong Seng Keat , Group CEO of Nam Cheong Group.
“As Sarawak positions itself as a leader in the green hydrogen economy and offshore renewables, the SKG 520 stands ready as a versatile, purpose-built asset, proudly owned by a Malaysian and Sarawakian company, to support these critical developments both locally and internationally.”
The SKG 520 is scheduled for a formal naming ceremony in August.