Van Wijngaarden Marine Services signs LOI with Kooiman Marine Group for next-generation DP2 Multi Purpose Vessel
We are proud to announce that Van Wijngaarden Marine Services has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Kooiman Marine Group for the design and construction of a next-generation DP2 Multi Purpose Vessel (MPV) 4716.
This agreement marks a new milestone in the commitment of Van Wijngaarden Marine Services’ to innovation, sustainability, and operational versatility across their fleet and the Kooiman Marine Group custom design capabilities. The vessel will be built to the highest standards, incorporating the latest in IMO Tier III emissions and ULEV (Ultra Low Emission Vessel) compliance. With a diesel-electric / hybrid propulsion system, it offers both efficiency and environmental responsibility.
Vessel Highlights:
- Length: 47.00 meters | Beam: 16.00 meters | Draft: 2.60 meters
- DP2 class with hybrid diesel-electric propulsion
- Deck equipment:
2 deck cranes (17 ton at 21 meters outreach),
tow/AH winch (50/220 ton pull, 250/250 ton hold) - Accommodation: 27 crew (13 single and 7 double cabins)
Designed for maximum Deployability
This newbuild MPV is engineered for ultimate flexibility, whether in shallow waters, anchor handling operations, subsea work, or supporting offshore and renewable energy projects. With its compact footprint and powerful capabilities, it will significantly expand the ability of Van Wijngaarden Marine Services to serve clients around the world.
Comfortable and Capable
The vessel's modern accommodation is tailored for extended missions, ensuring comfort and space for a full crew. The mix of single and double cabins reflects our ongoing commitment to crew welfare and operational efficiency.
At Van Wijngaarden Marine Services, we continue to invest in versatile, sustainable, and future-ready vessels that meet the evolving needs of our clients and global maritime operations. We are excited to move forward with Kooiman Marine Group. a shipyard known for excellence in custom-built vessels and look forward to sharing more as this newbuild MPV takes shape. Name to be revealed soon.
Kooiman Marine Group possesses all the expertise required for the design, construction, and delivery of new vessels. Craftsmanship and a strong focus on quality form the foundation of the custom design for this highly versatile vessel, which is built to meet a wide range of operational requirements. We are proud to be developing this groundbreaking multipurpose vessel in close collaboration with Van Wijngaarden, and to be constructing it entirely at our own shipyard. By carrying out the hull construction in the Netherlands as well, this vessel will truly be a Dutch-built product. The design complies with the latest offshore standards and is optimized for minimal energy consumption.
