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Dudgeon offshore wind farm recognises life-saving actions in rescue of seven fishermen
Press releases • Jun 03, 2021 08:25 CEST
Equinor, operator of Dudgeon offshore wind farm, has presented those aboard the ESVAGT Njord vessel with a Safety Award, to honour their life-saving actions in the rescue of seven fishermen.
ESVAGT turns 40 and heads towards new markets
Press releases • May 14, 2021 08:00 CEST
ESVAGT has been servicing the energy sector since 1981 and has set the standard for safety and support at sea. Today, the shipping company consists of 42 vessels and over 1,100 employees, and ESVAGT has just entered the growing American offshore wind energy market to play its part in the green transition.
30 years without work-related incidents – ESVAGT vessel reaches notable milestone
Press releases • Feb 21, 2021 08:16 CET
On Sunday, February 21st, the ‘Esvagt Preserver’ has completed 30 years of operation without a single severe work-related incident. Approach and company culture are crucial.
‘Esvagt Njord’ rescues seven injured fishermen
Press releases • Dec 23, 2020 13:23 CET
RESOLUTE ACTION: ‘Esvagt Njord’ came to the rescue of seven injured fishermen last Tuesday. Swift action and resolute efforts from the ESVAGT crew and a good cooperation with Equinor's medic and technicians made a big difference.
Legendary rescue vessel retires
Press releases • Jun 15, 2020 08:34 CEST
The ‘Esvagt Bravo’ has been a turning point in the development of ESVAGT’s competences and safety culture. Earlier this year, the vessel signed off after 39 years of loyal service.
The ’Esvagt Dana’ performs superbly as diving support vessel
Press releases • Mar 24, 2020 10:45 CET
The ‘Esvagt Dana’ has been servicing Vår Energi and SubseaPartner with diving operations in the Barents Sea – a solid success.
Minister visit at ESVAGT
Press releases • Jul 12, 2019 10:15 CEST
Ministers of Energy and wind industry executives experienced offshore wind innovation with a sail in ESVAGT's STB 12.
ESVAGT on its “Tour de North Sea”: ‘Practicing strengthens our emergency preparedness and maintains our competences’
Press releases • Mar 27, 2019 08:30 CET
Daily training in the entire fleet keeps ESVAGT sharp, and the shipping company’s own assessor team is visiting the North Sea in ESVAGT’s “Tour de North Sea” to strengthen and deepen competence levels.
Fulton students excited about ESVAGT
Press releases • Jan 10, 2019 10:30 CET
ESVAGT’s cooperation with the schooner Fulton has led a few young people to dream about a life as seaman.
“You feel appreciated and competent!”
Press releases • Apr 04, 2018 12:16 CEST
Peter Markwick is ESVAGT's first certified 5 grade boatman.
You learn how to sail FRBs here…!
Press releases • Feb 21, 2018 13:02 CET
One of the major plusses of sailing the group 3 vessels is the experience you get in sailing Fast Rescue Boats (FRB).
Raising FRB competences
Press releases • Nov 24, 2017 10:05 CET
ESVAGT is investing significantly in strengthening and developing Fast Rescue Boat (FRB) sailing skills for its employees.
Safety and quality strengthened by developing boat handling competences
Press releases • Apr 25, 2017 09:00 CEST
“Whether the job is rescuing people in high seas or sailing wind technicians safely around an offshore wind farm, the skills of those on board the vessels are critical for ESVAGT's success. That is why we are mapping and developing the competences on board our vessels”, says Steffen Rudbech Nielsen, Head of Ship Management, Operations.
‘Esvagt Sigma’ and ‘Esvagt Alpha’ save 4 lifes at sea
Press releases • Feb 28, 2017 17:39 CET
This morning ‘Esvagt Sigma’ received a mayday from a small pleasure craft who was taking water in and had lost propulsion. ‘Esvagt Sigma’ was released from standby duties and send to rescue.
FRB certificate will ensure competence levels
Press releases • May 17, 2016 13:43 CEST
A systematic approach will ensure the optimal level of FRB sailing competence for all vessel crews.
West Gamma 25 years on: Facts, interviews, etc.
Press releases • Aug 21, 2015 13:50 CEST
Whilst being towed from the Norwegian sector, the accommodation platform, West Gamma, was hit by a violent storm on the 20th of August 1990.
West Gamma 25 years on: The rescue operation that set the future for ESVAGT
Press releases • Aug 21, 2015 13:41 CEST
On the night of the 21st of August 1990, ESVAGT rescued 46 people from the capsized accommodation platform, West Gamma. An operation that proved to be pivotal for ESVAGT.
West Gamma 25 years on: “It is not courage that saves lives – it is training”
Press releases • Aug 21, 2015 13:26 CEST
The rescue of the crew of the West Gamma is one of ESVAGT’s finest hours. These are the experiences of four key people from that August night 25 years ago.
Workshop gets a lift
Press releases • Jun 04, 2015 08:24 CEST
ESVAGT’s workshop is being optimised to improve operations, logistics, the environment and working environment – and to prime it for continued growth.
Versatile and seaworthy engineer responsible for the workshop
Press releases • Oct 16, 2014 19:32 CEST
Service Manager, Søren Westphal, is pleased to be part of a dedicated and committed ESVAGT.