Since her launch in 1998, Solitaire has been at the forefront of offshore pipelay, consistently setting new standards for pipeline installation speeds, depths and performance. 

Solitaire specialises in:
Offshore pipelay

Setting the pipelay standard 

Solitaire holds the most deep-water pipeline records. Known for setting industry benchmarks, she boasts a 1050-tonne holding capacity and the ability to install ultra-deep pipelines to record depths of 2775 meters. Equipped with state-of-the-art S-lay technology and dynamic positioning, Solitaire operates safely even in complex offshore environments. 

Featuring a pipe cargo capacity of 22,000 tonnes, her on-deck storage reduces the need for offshore supply, ensuring uninterrupted pipelay operations. Solitaire’s double-joint welding capability and streamlined production line facilitate fast installation speeds. From installing the Arctic Circle’s first subsea pipeline to laying 5 kilometres of concrete-coated 48-inch pipe in just 24 hours, Solitaire remains a trailblazer in offshore pipelay excellence. 

1050-tonne 

holding  capacity

2775 meters

to install ultra-deep pipelines to record depths

 22,000 tonnes

Featuring a pipe cargo capacity

24 hours

to laying 5 kilometres of concrete-coated 48-inch pipe

Specials 

  • State-of-the-art automated systems and pipe holding force of 1050 t  
  • Installed over 13,000 kilometres of pipeline worldwide  
  • First vessel to install subsea pipeline north of the Arctic Circle  
  • Double-joint welding and parallel production lines for record installation speeds  
  • Large-diameter pipeline and structure installation in record water depths exceeding 2700 metres 

1050 t

pipe holding force

13,000 kilometres

Installed pipeline worldwide 

2700 metres

installation in record water depths

 

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Pipelay vessel Solitaire
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Pipelay vessel Solitaire
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Pipelay vessel Solitaire
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Pipelay vessel Solitaire
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Solitaire
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Solitaire laying pipe 

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Solitaire stinger 

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Exterior of Solitaire