Accommodation and safety vessels
Comprehensive Technical & Market Report (2024)
Definition
Specialized offshore vessels providing living quarters (floating hotels) and emergency response capabilities for oil/gas and wind farm operations.
Key Functions:
- Housing for 100–500 offshore workers
- Emergency rescue and medevac services
- Firefighting (FiFi class) and oil spill response
- Gangway-based “walk-to-work” (W2W) crew transfers
Vessel Types & Specifications
Accommodation Vessel Classification
Technical Specifications (Flotel Example)
Global Fleet & Market Data
Active Fleet by Region (2024)
Technology & Innovations
Advanced Features
Market Trends & Forecast (2024–2030)
Growth Drivers:
- Offshore Wind Expansion
- Mega Projects
- Safety Regulations: Stricter FiFi2 requirements
Risks:
- Overcapacity: 15+ flotels stacked in Southeast Asia.
- Crew Costs: Rising wages for offshore medics/safety staff.
Forecast:
- Newbuild Orders: 20+ vessels (2024–26), mostly W2W hybrids.
- Day Rates: Flotels to reach $175K/day in Brazil by 2026.
Comparative Analysis: Flotel vs. W2W Vessel
