Germany’s OS Energy has begun equipping its new service vessels with Sonardyne’s SPRINT-Nav DP system, a technology designed to maintain dynamic vessel positioning, even in environments where the GNSS signal can become highly compromised.
The implementation of SPRINT-Nav DP on OSSVs
OS Energy ‘s new offshore research and service vessels(OSSVs) integrate a DP2 DP2 design design with hybrid propulsion, optimized for operation in wind farms and shallow navigation areas. The use of alternative fuels and advanced positioning systems aims to minimize environmental impact without compromising accuracy and safety of operations.
SPRINT-Nav DP technologyintegrates high-grade inertial navigation with Doppler velocity logging(DVL), enabling reliable positioning even when current systems fail. Such capability is critical near marine turbines or in environments where satellite signal interference is frequent. In addition, its compact, pre-calibrated design facilitates integration into new naval projects.
OS Energy CEO Vincent Nuernberg said the system strengthens the company’s commitment to safety and efficiency in the offshore sector. Simultaneously, Duncan Rigg of Sonardyne noted that this technology allows operators to maintain DP certification and meet regulatory requirements without interruption, even under complex conditions.
The first SPRINT-Nav DP-equipped vessel is being built in Esbjerg, Denmark, and is scheduled for delivery in 2026. OS Energy has confirmed three units and is contemplating the construction of three more, in a smart move to strengthen its fleet with advanced offshore technologies that ensure operational continuity in demanding offshore wind energy scenarios.
The introduction of positioning technology. Source: Sonardyne
Source and photo: Sonardyne
