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Senesco’s Sixth CTV Set for Offshore Wind Service

Maritime Activity Reports, Inc.

December 2, 2024

  • WindServe Spartan CTV (Credit: Senesco Marine)
  • WindServe Spartan CTV (Credit: Senesco Marine)
  • WindServe Spartan CTV (Credit: Senesco Marine)
  • WindServe Spartan CTV (Credit: Senesco Marine)
  • WindServe Spartan CTV (Credit: Senesco Marine) WindServe Spartan CTV (Credit: Senesco Marine)
  • WindServe Spartan CTV (Credit: Senesco Marine) WindServe Spartan CTV (Credit: Senesco Marine)
  • WindServe Spartan CTV (Credit: Senesco Marine) WindServe Spartan CTV (Credit: Senesco Marine)
  • WindServe Spartan CTV (Credit: Senesco Marine) WindServe Spartan CTV (Credit: Senesco Marine)

Senesco Marine has launched its sixth Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV), the WindServe Spartan, which will put to service for United States’ growing offshore wind industry.

WindServe Marine, a sister company to the Rhode Island shipbuilder Senesco Marine - both part of the Reinauer Group - will operate the CTV.

“This state-of-the-art vessel is set to begin its important work off the coast, showcasing our commitment to excellence and innovation. A big shoutout to our incredible team for their hard work and dedication,” said Ted Williams, President of Senesco Marine.

Just like its sister vessel, the Jones-Act compliant WindServe Frontier, launched by Senesco Marine in August 2024, the WindServe Spartan is a 29 meters long aluminum catamaran with a 9-meter beam and 1.7-meter draft.

It is equipped with Volvo Penta D13 main engines (515kW at 2,300 RPM) and a Volvo Penta IPS 900 propulsion system.

The vessels service speed is 24.5 knots, with top speed capabilities of 27 knots.

The USCG Subchapter L vessel is built to ABS class and features a pair of Kohler Marine generators, Toimil T-12505M/2 forward deck crane, Hercules AAW-150 anchor windlass, First Electric automation system, Reygar BAREFleet vessel monitoring system, Starlink internet, DirecTV satellite television and KPM suspension seating.

WindServe Spartan has capacity for up to 6 crew members and 24 passengers.

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