Työvene Signs Contract with German Bundeswehr for Advanced SWATH Personnel Transfer Vessel

Uusikaupunki, Finland – 19.03.2026 – Uudenkaupungin Työvene Oy has signed a contract with the German Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) for the design and construction of a SWATH-based Personnel Transfer Vessel (PTV) intended to support German Navy operations in the Baltic Sea.

The vessel will be based in Neustadt in Holstein, where it will play a key role in transferring personnel from the naval harbor to larger naval vessels operating offshore. Designed to accommodate up to 60 personnel, the vessel will enable safe and efficient personnel transport and ship-to-ship transfer operations at sea.

The new vessel will utilize Small Waterplane Area Twin Hull (SWATH) technology, which offers exceptional stability and seakeeping performance compared to conventional hull forms. This provides a highly stable platform for personnel transfer operations, improving safety and operational efficiency even in challenging sea conditions typical of the Baltic Sea.

A specialized access and transfer system will allow personnel and crew members to safely embark and disembark between the transfer vessel and larger naval ships while underway or at sea.

“This project highlights our ability to deliver highly specialized vessels tailored to demanding operational requirements,” said Nils P. Olschner, Director Sales & Business Development at Työvene. “The SWATH platform provides an extremely stable working environment, making it ideally suited for personnel transfer missions. We are proud to support the operational capabilities of the German Navy.”

The vessel will be built at Työvene’s shipyard in Uusikaupunki, Finland, and is scheduled for delivery following completion of construction, testing, and sea trials still in 2026.

With this project, Työvene further strengthens its position as a supplier of high-performance aluminum workboats and specialized mission vessels for governmental and naval customers.

About Työvene

Uudenkaupungin Työvene OY, part of Summa Defence PLC, is a Finnish shipyard specializing in the design and construction of advanced aluminum vessels for professional use. The company delivers patrol boats, workboats, ferries, and special mission vessels to customers worldwide, combining innovative design, high-quality craftsmanship, and reliable performance in demanding maritime environments.

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