MPSV (Multi-Purpose Supply Vessel)
- Category
- offshore
- Size envelope
- 4,000-8,000 DWT
- LOA typical
- 85-130 m
- Cargo
- ROV + subsea + IMR + fibre-cable + offshore-support
- Route archetype
- Global offshore
- Crew size
- 30-80 (with client techs)
Overview
Multi-Purpose Supply Vessel — larger than PSV, fitted with heavy-lift crane (typically 100-400t), moonpool, ROV hangar, saturation-diving support (or space for it), and DP2 or DP3. Deployed on subsea installation + inspection + maintenance + repair (IMR), decommissioning, and light construction. Rank profile: Master + Chief Officer + Chief Engineer + DPOs + Bosun + ratings + client dive/ROV technical staff (up to 80 total on board).