Dutch Subsea Services Newcomer Acquires First Vessel

The Dutch subsea services company, FreeStar Subsea Services, has recently acquired its first vessel, the SSV Navicula Star, and has started operations. This marks a significant milestone for the company, which was established by the merger of Vriezoo ROV Services and Mark Offshore.

The SSV Navicula Star, formerly owned by the Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research (NIOZ), is equipped with an onboard ROV to quickly respond and save costs at the start of a project. The vessel can accommodate 11 people and is equipped with a crane, 2 davits, and an A-frame with several winches, for deploying and/or recovering a variety of loads into or out from the water.

“With the purchase of this vessel, our journey began. The SSV Navicula Star is equipped with an onboard ROV to quickly respond and save costs at the start of a project.” - Mark van der Star, co-founder of FreeStar Subsea Services.

FreeStar aims to offer a comprehensive suite of subsea services, including bathymetric and geotechnical surveys, cable protection, and burial operations. The company boasts a fleet of five offshore and four inshore ROV systems.

The SSV Navicula Star, FreeStar Subsea Services’ newly acquired vessel.

What sets FreeStar apart from other mid-sized subsea companies is its unique combination of vessel and ROV services. This competitive edge will enable the company to provide a more comprehensive range of services to its clients.

The SSV Navicula Star is also environmentally friendly, running on biofuel, such as HVO. The vessel is equipped with SVO technology, which constantly monitors the output of exhaust fumes and registers the CO2 output of the vessel. This technology will also be used to monitor the entire company’s carbon footprint.

Biofuel, a cleaner alternative to traditional fuels.

As the subsea industry continues to evolve, companies like FreeStar Subsea Services are leading the way in innovation and sustainability. With its new vessel and comprehensive suite of services, FreeStar is poised to make a significant impact in the industry.

The subsea industry is constantly evolving, with companies like FreeStar leading the way.

In conclusion, FreeStar Subsea Services’ acquisition of the SSV Navicula Star marks an exciting new chapter for the company. With its unique combination of vessel and ROV services, FreeStar is well-positioned to provide comprehensive subsea solutions to its clients while minimizing its environmental impact.