Austal says its Wind Express series of vessels will be purpose-built rugged multi-purpose work boats with advanced sea keeping characteristics for delivering personnel to offshore wind farms.

The company says buyers will have the option of installing its patented ride control system which is designed to ensure a safer, more productive platform, in rough seas.

Chief operating oficer Andrew Bellamy says: “In this industry, reliability is paramount; not only in terms of machinery but also in the ability of the vessels to transfer personnel to and from wind turbines in comfort and safety.”

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