A new class of offshore support vessel is set to join the growing fleet of a Hamble-based marine company.

NR Marine Services has partnered with UK naval architecture firm Walker Marine Design (WMD) to develop the Cyclone Class CTV, building on the success of the existing Storm and Typhoon Class vessels.

Owen Nutt, director at NR Marine, said: "Working with WMD on the new Cyclone range was a no-brainer.

"Their previous designs have exceeded expectations, and we’re excited to welcome this new vessel into our fleet."

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The Cyclone Class will offer enhanced onboard accommodation and welfare facilities, with a 29-metre hull providing space for up to six cabins and 24 passengers.

The vessel is designed to support offshore operations and reflects NR Marine’s ongoing commitment to UK design and shipbuilding.

It will also feature a deck cargo capacity of 30 tonnes, four Volvo IPS1050 engines, and a top speed of 28 knots.

Nikki Walker, project manager at WMD, said: "We’ve really enjoyed seeing NR Marine grow since the delivery of their first WMD-designed vessel.

"Being trusted to help them develop a new class of vessel is a huge compliment, and we look forward to seeing the Cyclone Class take shape and enter operation."