What Crew Members Say About Viking-Reach
IMO: 9489651
Research Vessel, Norway
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Vessel Details
MMSI
258647000
Callsign
LARF7
Width
17.0 m
Length
84.0 m
Reviews (2)
Buoyoncé
2025-10-05
United Kingdom
Position: Catering Assistant
Advantages:
The gym located in the hold is well-appointed, featuring a range of equipment including treadmills, stationary bikes, rowing machines, a cable machine, a smith machine, and free weights. While temperatures can rise, they remain manageable, and the space does not feel congested even when multiple individuals are exercising simultaneously.
Disadvantages:
Tyler
2024-05-25
Position: Chief Officer
Advantages:
Looking for information about this vessel. Does anyone have experience with this boat? Good food and quarters?
Disadvantages:
No personal experience yet, just gathering info.
Latest News (1)
Viking Reach Transferred to Asso.subsea with Enhanced Capabilities
In an exciting development within the maritime industry, the offshore vessel 'Viking Reach' has officially been acquired by the esteemed Greek offshore contractor Asso.subsea. This strategic purchase was finalized between the previous owners, Reach Subsea and Eidesvik Offshore, and included a state-of-the-art work-class ROV (WROV) spread. The transaction is slated for completion in early Q4 of 2026. Following delivery, the vessel is set to undergo a name change to 'Arete', and will be flying the Greek flag. Equipped to serve as a trenching support vessel (TSV), 'Arete' boasts advanced capabilities for a variety of subsea operations, including cable protection, route preparation, and post-lay burial tasks. Furthermore, the vessel is well-positioned to cater to the burgeoning offshore wind sector, enhancing its ability to undertake intricate subsea projects with safety, efficiency, and adherence to the industry's highest standards.