ERRVs (Standby Vessels)

An Emergency Response and Rescue Vessel, (ERRV) also sometimes known as a ‘Standby’ Vessel, is a ship, required by UK law to be on duty at each offshore installation, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. They commonly range in size from 50 metres to 100 metres in length and provide support to recover persons following evacuation, rescue persons near the installation and take such persons to a place of safety.