ERRV (Emergency Response + Rescue Vessel) / Standby vessel
- Category
- offshore-construction
- Size envelope
- ~40-70 m LOA
- LOA typical
- ~55 m
- Cargo
- FRC (Fast Rescue Craft) + medical equipment + spill response
- Route archetype
- North Sea, US Gulf, offshore fields globally
- Crew size
- 8-16
Overview
Small dedicated vessel required in the safety zone of most offshore installations. UK ERRV framework is the strictest - 24/7 station-keeping + rescue-ready + oil-spill response. Career entry-point for offshore deck officers.