On February 27, Nantong CIMC Sinopacific Offshore & Engineering Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "CIMC SOE") held the keel-laying ceremony for the SPP40 offshore platform supply vessel (Hull No. S1095), marking the official start of the vessel’s main hull structure assembly. The ceremony was attended by representatives from CDB Leasing, Yu Lei and Zhao Deli; SPEC representatives Zhang Yao and Zhao Zhongwu; BV Class Society’s on-site manager Di Hongyu, and supervisors Long Yefei and Xia Jiangping; as well as key project team members from CIMC SOE, including Wind Service Operation Vessel Project Director Liu Xueyue, Block Assembly Department Head Liu Changting, and Deputy Director of Shipbuilding Project Management Yan Kai.

The SPP40 offshore platform supply vessel has an overall length of 81.75 meters, a beam of 17.40 meters, and a designed deadweight of 4,000 tons. It is equipped with a hybrid power system and secondary dynamic positioning technology. The vessel features an unmanned engine room, zero emissions for up to seven days, primary external firefighting capabilities, and oil spill recovery functions. With a deck cargo area of 800 square meters, it is designed to efficiently transport diverse supplies such as methanol, fresh water, and drilling water.

Since its commencement in November last year, the CIMC SOE project team has steadily advanced the vessel’s construction with a strong sense of responsibility and professionalism. As a high-end offshore equipment tailored for international clients, the SPP40 offshore platform supply vessel’s innovative design not only meets global emission reduction requirements but also adapts to various operational scenarios, providing cost-effective and efficient solutions for customers.

Moving forward, CIMC SOE will accelerate the vessel’s final assembly and system commissioning to ensure on-time delivery, further solidifying its competitive edge in the global offshore equipment market.