Louis Dreyfus Armateurs (LDA) has recently obtained Approval in Principle (AiP) from Bureau Veritas for its innovative full liquid hydrogen-based service operation vessel (SOV). The vessel is capable of operating with zero carbon emissions 95% of the time, only releasing water during standard operations. This breakthrough technology is expected to save around 4,000 tonnes of CO2 annually in comparison to traditional vessels. The SOV can host up to 90 technicians for round-the-clock offshore wind support and has a sea endurance of 14 days, demonstrating its efficiency and sustainability. Additionally, refueling the vessel takes merely six hours using trailers, eliminating the necessity for extensive port infrastructure. LDA's commitment to sustainable innovation is further emphasized by their belief in hydrogen as a vital fuel for the future of maritime decarbonization, alongside their existing full-electric and dual-fuel methanol solutions. In other news, LDA secured three contracts from Vattenfall earlier this year for supplying SOVs in Germany, totaling EUR 563 million. This development highlights the company's growing presence and influence in the offshore wind support sector, reaffirming their dedication to offering cutting-edge and environmentally conscious solutions.