On September 10, 2026, Astilleros Gondán in Asturias is scheduled to launch the Edda Fjord, the largest offshore support vessel ever built at the yard. At the same time, the yard is executing an extensive newbuilding programme that includes four 70‑metre patrol vessels for Indonesia, two research ships for the German government and three passenger catamarans for Sweden, alongside a €15 million investment in facility expansion to keep its orderbook full through 2030.
Regional media and maritime industry reports state that on September 10, 2026, the Edda Fjord will be launched at Astilleros Gondán’s yard on the Eo estuary in Asturias, marking the yard’s largest offshore support vessel to date. The launch is scheduled between 15:30 and 16:00 local time to align with tidal conditions, highlighting the operational complexity of handling a large hull in a constrained estuarial environment. The vessel is designed for offshore energy operations, primarily in Northern European markets, and is equipped with advanced positioning and energy‑saving systems typical of modern offshore support tonnage.
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