SOLITAIRE I

SOLITAIRE I (IMO: 9227962) is a Cargo vessel sailing under the Panama flag. It has an overall length of 525 feets and a beam of 85 feets.

Vessel Profile

Vessel Identification

• MMSI: 353047000
• IMO: 9227962
• Call Sign: H3FH
• Flag State: Panama
• Vessel Type: Pipe Layer
• Status: Active

Specifications

• Gross Tonnage: 99,000 GT
• Deadweight: 22,836 DWT
• Length Overall: 300 m
• Beam: 40.5 m
• Draft: 12 m
• Year Built: 2001

Propulsion

• Propulsion Type: Diesel-Electric, Dynamic Positioning (DP2/DP3)
• Thrusters: Multiple azimuth thrusters and tunnel thrusters providing full dynamic positioning capability
• Speed: Approximately 14 knots

Shipyard

• Builder: IHC Caland / Merwede Shipyard
• Country: Netherlands
• Year Delivered: 2001

Owner / Operator

• Owner: Allseas Group S.A.
• Operator: Allseas Group S.A.
• Headquarters: Chatel-Saint-Denis, Switzerland

Navigation / Communications Equipment

• AIS Class: Class A
• GMDSS Equipped: Yes
• Dynamic Positioning: DP Class 2/3

Operating Region

• Primary Region: Worldwide offshore pipeline operations
• Known Operating Areas: North Sea, Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea, West Africa, and various deepwater offshore regions globally

Vessel Description

Solitaire I is one of the world's largest and most capable offshore pipelaying vessels, operated by Allseas Group S.A. The vessel is configured as an S-lay pipelaying vessel and holds a distinguished record for pipelaying productivity and efficiency in offshore energy infrastructure projects. The vessel is equipped with an extensive on-deck pipelaying system including multiple welding stations, inspection bays, and a large tensioner system capable of handling large-diameter subsea pipelines.

The vessel has been involved in numerous major offshore pipeline projects globally, including work in the North Sea and deepwater environments. Its dynamic positioning system allows precise station-keeping during pipelaying operations without the need for conventional anchoring, making it suitable for deepwater and environmentally sensitive areas. The vessel carries significant accommodation capacity for its large offshore crew and technical personnel, supporting extended offshore campaign durations.