EK Geotechnical Survey LLC (EKGS), which is a joint venture between “K” Line Wind Service
(KWS, a joint venture between Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha Ltd. (“K” LINE) and Kawasaki Kinkai
Kisen Kaisha Ltd. (“K” LINE KINKAI)) and EGS Survey Pte. Ltd. (EGS) held an unveiling event
for the marine geotechnical survey vessel EK HAYATE at Hiroshima Port during the last week of
November. Around 120 visitors toured the vessel, mostly comprising representatives from the
offshore development sectors of wind power generation, carbon capture and storage (CCS) and
marine infrastructure construction.
Geotechnical survey can clarify the subsurface structure of the seabed, to determine feasible
areas for the implementation of offshore wind power and consider the layout planning and design of the facilities. The Japanese-owned and flagged vessel is currently based in Hiroshima and is
available for forward booking for geotechnical survey campaigns in 2025. The twin tower drilling
apparatus has an established track record with EK HAYATE’s former sistership which proved
invaluable for securing early confirmation of compatibility between vessel and deck operations.
Sampling, in-situ testing and laboratory test services are coupled with stable station-holding
capabilities to deliver an efficient survey program.
In addition to EK HAYATE, EKGS will continue to provide high-quality marine survey services by
utilizing “K” LINE Group’s and EGS Group’s respective vessels to meet demand in this busy
sector.
October 3, 2024: ESTABLISHMENT OF A JOINT VENTURE FOR OFFSHORE GEO-SURVEY
Length Overall 78m
Beam 17m
Drought 6.3m
Deck Area 750 ?
Total Berths 50 people
(including the vessel's
crew)
Flag Class NK
Home Port Kure (Hiroshima)
