A crew transfer vessel operator that has played a key role in Grimsby’s emergence as the leading offshore wind cluster has revealed a zero emissions concept.
Tidal Transit has worked with leading developers from the port for a decade, embracing recent clean maritime initiatives as those in the industry look at the carbon footprint across all elements. It is now bringing forward specifications for its Real Hybrid CTV.
The company said experience of working for the likes of Orsted, Equinor, RWE, Siemens Gamesa, Vestas and SSE has been used in the development - based on a 27-metre Capilano hull. Power is primarily delivered from modular battery packs, along with generator sets. It will carry between 12 to 24 passengers, up to four 10 ft containers, as well as providing above deck marine crew accommodation.
