The hull of the cable-laying vessel Nexans Electra was launched at the Ulstein Verft shipyard, marking an important milestone in its construction. During its stay, the ship was kept in a controlled, covered environment, ensuring optimal working conditions and precision painting. Despite difficult weather conditions, the operation proceeded smoothly.
As the vessel moves from the shipyard to the outfitting quay, it is getting closer to becoming a key asset in the global energy transition, ready to lay submarine cables that connect renewable energy sources to global power grids.
The ship is nearing the end of the outfitting phase, which has included the installation of critical systems such as the main generator sets, the electrical system, deck machinery, and superstructure equipment. The launch marks the beginning of the completion phase, which will continue with final assembly, installation, and painting work, and all systems will be tested and adjusted, preparing for sea trials in the spring of 2026.
The Nexans Electra is designed to meet the growing demand for high-voltage submarine cable installations, essential for offshore wind farms, interconnections, and subsea electrification projects. With options to lay up to four cables simultaneously and a total capacity of 13,500 tons distributed across three carousels, the vessel is designed to deliver efficiency, precision, and resilience even in the most adverse marine environments.
