MacGregor Secures Deck Machinery Order for Ultra-Large Turkish Cable-Laying Vessels

MacGregor, a Cargotec company and global leader in offshore and maritime equipment solutions, has secured a significant order for deck machinery systems on a new class of ultra-large cable-laying vessels (CLVs) being built in Turkish shipyards. The contract encompasses MacGregor's comprehensive package of offshore and merchant deck equipment, designed to support the specialized cable-laying operations these vessels will undertake. While the specific vessel specifications remain undisclosed, the order signals continued investment in the infrastructure required for offshore renewable energy development, particularly in the East Mediterranean and Black Sea regions. ## Turkish Shipbuilding's Growing Specialty Turkey has increasingly positioned itself as a competitive builder of specialized offshore vessels, complementing its traditional dominance in conventional merchant ship construction. The selection of MacGregor for this contract reflects the quality standards Turkish yards maintain and their ability to integrate world-class offshore equipment manufacturers into their builds. ## Strategic Importance of Cable-Laying Capacity Ultra-large CLVs represent a critical infrastructure investment as global offshore wind capacity continues to expand. These vessels are essential for installing subsea power cables that connect offshore wind farms to onshore grid infrastructure. The trend toward larger, more capable cable-laying ships allows operators to work in deeper waters and more challenging conditions, improving project efficiency and reducing overall installation costs. ## MacGregor's Role As a leading supplier of deck machinery and cargo handling systems, MacGregor's involvement underscores the technical complexity of modern CLVs. The company's systems typically include: - Cable carousel systems for storage and deployment - Tension control equipment to manage cable dynamics - Davits and crane systems for auxiliary operations - Dynamic positioning integration and control systems - Specialized winches and power transmission equipment These systems must operate with precision in diverse offshore conditions, from moderate seas to the dynamic environments encountered in major transcontinental cable projects. ## Market Context The order reflects robust demand for specialized offshore vessels driven by accelerating global energy transition initiatives. European and Middle Eastern offshore wind projects continue to drive CLV utilization, while subsea cable infrastructure also supports high-voltage direct current (HVDC) interconnectors linking regional power grids. Turkey's shipbuilding sector, particularly yards on the Marmara Sea, has demonstrated the capability to deliver complex specialized vessels while maintaining competitive pricing—an advantage that continues to attract international orders despite increased competition from Asian yards. While financial details of the MacGregor contract have not been disclosed, the order represents ongoing confidence in Turkish maritime manufacturing and sustained demand for advanced offshore support vessels.