Baltic Workboats AS

Shipyards

Baltic Workboats AS is a renowned shipbuilding company based in Estonia. Established in 2000, the company has made a significant mark in the maritime industry by specializing in the design and construction of a wide range of workboats. These include pilot boats, patrol boats, research vessels, and ferries, among others.

Key Features and Capabilities:

Innovative Designs: Baltic Workboats focus on creating efficient and durable vessels. Their designs often incorporate advanced technologies and materials to ensure high performance, safety, and reliability.

Customization: The company offers a high degree of customization to meet the specific needs of their clients, whether governmental agencies, port authorities, or private enterprises.

State-of-the-Art Facilities: Located on the island of Saaremaa, Baltic Workboats' shipyard is equipped with modern facilities, including advanced production halls and a deep-water quay, which allow for efficient and high-quality construction processes.

Global Reach: Though based in Estonia, Baltic Workboats serves a global market. Their vessels are in operation in numerous countries around the world, demonstrating their international recognition and trust.

Sustainability: The company pays attention to environmental concerns, implementing eco-friendly practices and designing vessels that often meet or exceed international environmental standards.

Innovation and R&D: Baltic Workboats invests heavily in research and development to continually improve their products. This commitment to innovation has led to the creation of advanced vessels with features such as hybrid propulsion systems and enhanced navigational technologies.

Overall, Baltic Workboats AS has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, innovative, and reliable workboats that are tailored to the specific requirements of their diverse client base.

Ships

KBV 312 FALKENBERG

Patrol Vessel | Flag: Sweden | Port: FALKENBERG

KBV 313 OXELÖSUND

Patrol Vessel | Flag: Sweden

KBV 314 HÖLLVIKEN

Patrol Vessel | Flag: Sweden

KBV 315 FURUSUND

Patrol Vessel | Flag: Sweden | Port: FURUSUND

KBV 316 GÖTEBORG

Patrol Vessel | Flag: Sweden | Port: GÖTEBORG

Maritime News

Vard, Inkfish Sign Shipbuilding Contract for New Research Vessel

2 days ago

Vard, the Norwegian subsidiary of the Group and one of the world's leading builders of specialized vessels, has signed a new contract with the US research organization Inkfish for the design and construction of an advanced research vessel. The deal is valued at over USD$233 million (€200 million).The custom-built research vessel, designated Project RV6000, is specifically designed for scientific exploration. It will join Inkfish's expanding fleet, alongside the RV Hydra and RV Dagon, to support global marine research. In close collaboration with host countries, the data collected will contribute to open-source repositories.

Six Crew Saved, 15 Remain Missing After Eternity C Cargo Ship Sinks in Red Sea

3 days ago

Rescuers pulled six crew members alive from the Red Sea after Houthi militants attacked and sank a second ship this week, while the fate of another 15 was unknown after the Iran-aligned group said they held some of the seafarers.The Houthis claimed responsibility for the assault that maritime officials say killed four of the 25 people aboard the Eternity C before the rest abandoned the cargo ship. Eternity C went down Wednesday morning after attacks on two previous days, sources at security companies involved in a rescue operation said.The six rescued seafarers spent more than 24 hours in the water, those firms said.

Four Dead, 15 Missing After Houthi Attack on the Eternity C

3 days ago

Rescuers pulled six crew members alive from the Red Sea on Wednesday and 15 were still missing from the second of two ships sunk in recent days in attacks claimed by Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi militia after months of calm.Four of the 25 people aboard the Eternity C cargo ship were killed before the rest of the crew abandoned the vessel, which sank on Wednesday morning after being attacked on Monday and Tuesday, sources at security companies involved in a rescue operation said.The six seafarers who were rescued had spent more than 24 hours in the water, they said.The Houthis said on Wednesday they had sunk the Eternity C.

IMO Secretary-General Urges “constructive dialogue” Following Red Sea Attacks

4 days ago

IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez has called for intensified diplomatic efforts following a renewed wave of attacks on merchant ships in the Red Sea.IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez has called for intensified diplomatic efforts following a renewed wave of attacks on merchant ships in the Red Sea. Addressing the IMO Council in London, Dominguez expressed dismay over recent assaults on the Magic Seas and Eternity C, both targeted on 6 and 7 July. At least three fatalities and several injuries have been reported aboard the Eternity C, while all 22 crew members of the Magic Seas were safely rescued.

Red Sea: Four Dead, Two Wounded in Latest Houthi Attack on Greek Bulk Carrier

5 days ago

Four seafarers on the Liberian-flagged, Greek-operated bulk carrier Eternity C were killed in a drone and speedboat attack off Yemen, an official with knowledge of the issue said on Tuesday, the second incident in a day after months of calm.The Red Sea, which passes Yemen's coast, has long been a critical waterway for the world's oil and commodities but traffic has dropped since the Iran-aligned Houthi militia began targeting ships in November 2023 in what they said was solidarity with Palestinians against Israel in the Gaza war.