Offshore Vessel Sales & Purchase
Unimar international - Offshore department, a specialized department within Unimar International
stands as your expert partner in the sale and purchase of offshore vessels. Navigating the complexities of this specialized market requires deep industry insight, meticulous due diligence, and a robust global network. We offer a seamless and strategic approach, whether you are looking to acquire a vital asset for your offshore operations or divest your existing fleet.
Our dedicated team of professionals possesses extensive experience and market intelligence in the offshore vessel segment. We understand the specific technical requirements, regulatory landscapes, and market values unique to these high-value assets. Our goal is to ensure optimal value, transparent transactions, and a smooth process from initial inquiry to final handover.
Our Comprehensive Services Include:
- Market Analysis & Valuation: Providing detailed market insights and accurate valuations for offshore vessels, including current trends, historical data, and future projections.
- Targeted Sourcing & Brokering: Leveraging our expansive network to efficiently identify suitable vessels for buyers or locate qualified buyers for sellers, connecting the right parties.
- Rigorous Due Diligence: Conducting thorough technical, operational, and legal due diligence, including vessel inspections, class records review, and lien checks, to mitigate risks for both parties.
- Negotiation & Contract Management: Expertly negotiating terms and conditions, and meticulously drafting or reviewing Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) and other contractual documents to safeguard your interests.
- Financing & Legal Support Coordination: Assisting with the coordination of financing solutions and working closely with legal counsel to ensure compliance with international maritime laws and flag state regulations.
- Delivery & Post-Sale Support: Overseeing the smooth delivery process, including flag changes, class transfers, and providing ongoing support as needed.
We specialize in the sale and purchase of a wide array of offshore vessel types, including:
- Platform Supply Vessels (PSVs)
- Anchor Handling Tug Supply (AHTS) Vessels
- Subsea Support Vessels (DSVs, MPSVs, ROV Support)
- Offshore Construction Vessels (OCVs)
- Accommodation Vessels (Flotels, Accommodation Barges)
- Jack-up Barges & Liftboats
- Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODUs) / Jack-up Rigs
- Windfarm Installation & Support Vessels (WTIVs, CTVs, SOVs)
Partner with Unimar international – Offshore department to confidently navigate the offshore vessel sales and purchase market, ensuring strategic decisions and successful outcomes for your investments.
Offshore Support Vessels (OSVs)
These are the workhorses of the offshore industry, providing vital logistical and operational support to offshore installations.
Platform Supply Vessels (PSVs)
Designed for transporting personnel, equipment, drilling fluids, and dry bulk materials to and from offshore drilling rigs and production platforms. They are crucial for maintaining continuous operations.
Anchor Handling Tug Supply (AHTS) Vessels
Powerful vessels combining the functions of a tug, anchor handler, and supply vessel. They are essential for towing rigs, handling anchors, and assisting in the installation and decommissioning of offshore structures.
Multi-Purpose Supply Vessels (MPSVs)
Highly versatile vessels capable of performing a wide range of tasks, including supply duties, light construction, subsea work, and ROV support.
Offshore Drilling & Production Units
These platforms are at the forefront of oil and gas exploration and extraction.... Jack-up Rigs: Mobile drilling platforms equipped with legs that can be lowered to the seabed for stability during drilling operations, typically used in shallower waters.
Oil Rigs (Fixed & Floating Production Units)
Encompassing a broad category of structures used for offshore oil and gas production, including large, complex platforms.
Drillships
Highly mobile, self-propelled vessels equipped with drilling rigs, ideal for deepwater and ultra-deepwater exploration and production.
Semi-submersible Drilling Rigs
Partially submerged platforms offering high stability in rough seas, suitable for deeper waters than jack-ups.
Offshore Construction & Specialized Vessels
These vessels are integral to building, maintaining, and developing offshore infrastructure..... Pipelay Barges: Specialized vessels designed for the efficient installation of subsea pipelines for oil, gas, and other utilities.
Work Barges
Versatile, non-self-propelled platforms used for a variety of offshore construction, maintenance, and accommodation tasks, often equipped with cranes and workshops.
Jack-up Barges
Self-elevating, mobile platforms used for various offshore construction, accommodation, and maintenance activities in various water depths.
Liftboats
Self-propelled, self-elevating vessels with robust jacking systems and cranes, ideal for offshore well servicing, maintenance, and light construction in shallow to medium depths.
Crane Vessels
Equipped with powerful cranes for heavy lifting operations, crucial for installing large components of platforms, wind turbines, or subsea structures.
Offshore Accommodation Vessels
Providing comfortable and safe living and working environments for offshore personnel.... Accommodation Barges: Non-self-propelled vessels offering temporary living quarters and facilities for a large number of offshore workers during construction or maintenance projects.
Flotels (Floating Hotels)
Large, purpose-built or converted vessels designed to provide high-standard accommodation, catering, and recreational facilities for offshore personnel, often with dynamic positioning capabilities.
Accommodation Modules
Pre-fabricated modular units designed to be installed on various offshore platforms or vessels to expand living and working spaces.
New Energy & Emerging Sector Vessels
Supporting the growth of renewable energy and other specialized offshore industries..... Windfarm Support Vessels: A category including Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs) for personnel transport and Service Operation Vessels (SOVs) for technicians, tools, and extended stays at offshore wind farms.
Cable Lay Vessels
Specialized ships for laying and repairing subsea power and communication cables.
Tugs & General Purpose Vessels
Supporting general maritime activities and specialized offshore movements.... AHTS Tugs (covered under OSVs): Beyond their anchor handling, these are powerful tugs.
ASD Tugs (Azimuth Stern Drive Tugs)
Highly maneuverable tugs used for harbor operations, escorting, and sometimes light offshore support due to their agility.
Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs)
A broad classification for any mobile offshore installation that can be relocated without being dismantled, encompassing various drilling, production, or accommodation units.