Strategic Marine is delighted to announce the signing of a significant contract with Mainprize Offshore for the construction of six state-of-the-art Supa Swath vessels, with an option for an additional six vessels.
Memorandum of Understanding
This agreement follows the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed at Seawork in June, Europe’s largest on-water commercial marine and workboat exhibition and the recent deliveries of MO10 & MO 11, the latest additions to the Mainprize fleet earlier in 2024, and marks a strategic strengthening of their fleet capabilities and service offerings.
The Supa Swath vessels, renowned for their superior stability, efficiency, and advanced technology, are designed to meet the highest standards of performance and versatility.
Supa Swath vessels
These vessels offer unparalleled stability, making them ideal for demanding environments
These vessels offer unparalleled stability, making them ideal for demanding environments, significant fuel savings with cutting-edge propulsion systems that contribute to sustainability goals, and the latest navigation and communication technologies for safer, more efficient operations.
Additionally, their design supports a wide range of maritime activities, including transportation, offshore support, and research.
Superior performance and versatility
Mr. Bob Mainprize, Managing Director of Mainprize Offshore, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "We are thrilled to sign these contracts with Strategic Marine, which aligns with our vision of advancing maritime technology and expanding our operational capabilities with a reliable ship-building partner."
He adds, "The Supa Swath vessels represent a significant investment in the future of our fleet, offering superior performance and versatility."
Advancing maritime technology
Mr. Chan Eng Yew, CEO of Strategic Marine, commented, "This contract underscores the strong partnership between our companies. We are confident that the Supa Swath vessels will greatly enhance Mainprize Offshore’s fleet and contribute to their continued success in the offshore renewables industry."
The first of the six Supa Swath vessels is expected to be delivered in Q1 2026, marking a significant milestone in the collaboration between Strategic Marine and Mainprize Offshore.
High-quality, innovative maritime solutions
Mainprize Offshore would have effectively increased their fleet size to 17 strong by the end of 2026
This contract signifies Strategic Marine’s ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality, innovative maritime solutions that meet the evolving needs of the offshore industry.
With the firm six vessel order, Mainprize Offshore would have effectively increased their fleet size to 17 strong by the end of 2026, with further potential to extend this figure to 21 by the end of 2028, placing the company in a prime position to support the growing O&M requirements in the European region.
Good track record
In addition to the earlier two Supa Swath vessels, namely MO10 and MO11, Strategic Marine would boast a potentially good track record of building these newly 'blank sheet of paper' designs as per Designer, Mr. James Walker of Walker Marine Design.
"It's crazy to think this design started on a blank sheet of paper with Mainprize at a conference in Copenhagen in 2016. Eight years later there are eight Supa-SWATHs in operation in Europe, two recently completed by Strategic Marine, started operations, and more to follow soon," added Mr. James Walker.