Traditionally, supply vessels are used for transporting supplies to offshore installations whereas MPV can, through the installation of certain equipment, be converted in other type of vessel such as seismic survey supply vessel, diving support vessel (AHTS fitted with DP capabilities and other relevant equipment) and utility vessel.

Crew boat transports personnel and cargoes to and from production platforms and rigs.

Tugboat or Tug, is a boat used to tow, man oeuvre or push other vessel into position.

A flat bottomed vessel capable of navigating in shallow water. It has no structures on its surface, and is used to transport cargo, ships’ supplies, or for general utility purposes. It is generally not powered and needs to be towed by a tugboat.

Allows heavy equipment and vehicles to be rolled on and off. It can also access shallow rivers and coasts, and is used to transport fresh water, fuel oil, deck cargo and personnel.