Solar Solve Marine, the British manufacturer of SOLASOLV® marine sun shades, has been awarded a contract to supply 18 SOLASOLV® navigation bridge sun shades to Seven Eagle an offshore construction and flexlay diving vessel managed by Subsea 7.
Seven Eagle is designed to undertake field development and construction activities in some of the most demanding offshore environments in the world. The vessel is equipped with a 16-man twin bell saturation diving system, making bridge visibility and crew safety an operational priority at all times.
About the Contract
Solar Solve manufactured all 18 SOLASOLV® sun shades at its UK factory and dispatched them to Australia the following day, a turnaround that reflects the company’s commitment to reliable, fast delivery for offshore operators worldwide.
Paul Hopkins, Solar Solve’s Sales & Marketing Executive, commented:
“We were delighted to receive this order to supply 18 SOLASOLV® boat sun shades just before Christmas. They were manufactured in our UK factory then despatched to Australia the following day. They will help to reduce glare and reflection on the navigation bridge whilst the vessel operates at sea, as the sun can be a problem in this area.”
About Seven Eagle
Seven Eagle is a purpose-built offshore construction and flexlay diving vessel with a strong operational track record in subsea field development. Key vessel specifications:
- Originally built by Boelwerf Shipyard, Belgium, in 1997
- 138 metres in length
- 112 berths onboard
- Up to 65 days of endurance at sea
- Transit speed of 12.5 knots
- Equipped with a 16-man twin bell saturation diving system
- Managed by Subsea 7, a world-leading offshore energy services company
Operating in open-sea offshore environments means the navigation bridge is continuously exposed to intense sunlight and glare making effective solar protection not just a comfort consideration but a direct safety requirement.
Why Offshore Vessels Need Type Approved Marine Sun Shades
Offshore construction vessels like Seven Eagle operate around the clock in environments where sun glare on navigation bridge windows poses a real risk to operational safety. Officers on watch need clear, unobstructed visibility at all times whether manoeuvring near infrastructure, overseeing diving operations, or navigating in open water.
SOLASOLV® marine sun shades are specifically engineered to address this, providing:
- Up to 93% glare rejection — significantly reducing eye strain and fatigue for bridge crew on long offshore operations
- Up to 87% heat rejection — controlling solar heat gain on the navigation bridge in high-temperature offshore environments
- Maintained outward visibility — clear, undistorted views through the window are preserved at all times
- IMO-compliant performance — SOLASOLV® is the only marine sun shade in the world to hold Type Approval from DNV-GL, Lloyd’s Register, and ABS simultaneously
- Reduced eye strain and fatigue — critical for crew safety during extended saturation diving operations and offshore construction activities
Solar Solve’s Expertise in Marine & Offshore Sun Protection
Solar Solve Marine has specialised in sun and glare protection for the marine and offshore industry for almost 30 years. SOLASOLV® sun shades are installed at the windows of vessels, offshore rigs, and cranes worldwide and are widely regarded as essential safety equipment across the industry.
The combination of triple Type Approval (DNV-GL, Lloyd’s Register, and ABS) makes SOLASOLV® the benchmark product for navigation bridge solar protection globally. No other marine sun shade holds this level of independent certification.
Solar Solve’s full range of marine and offshore sun shades are manufactured in the United Kingdom and supplied to operators worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are SOLASOLV® marine sun shades?
SOLASOLV® are Type Approved marine sun shades manufactured by Solar Solve Marine in the UK. They are designed specifically for installation at navigation bridge windows on ships, offshore vessels, rigs, and cranes to reduce glare, heat, and UV radiation while maintaining full outward visibility.
What makes SOLASOLV® different from other marine sun shades?
SOLASOLV® is the only marine sun shade in the world to hold Type Approval from all three of the world’s leading marine certification bodies DNV-GL, Lloyd’s Register, and ABS. This makes it the most independently certified marine solar protection product available.
How much glare do SOLASOLV® sun shades reduce?
SOLASOLV sun shades reject up to 93% of solar glare and up to 87% of heat, significantly reducing eye strain and fatigue for bridge officers particularly important on offshore vessels operating in high-sun environments.
Are marine sun shades required on offshore vessels?
While requirements vary by vessel type and classification society, maintaining clear navigation bridge visibility is a core IMO safety requirement. SOLASOLV’s triple Type Approval ensures full compliance with international maritime visibility standards, making them the trusted choice for offshore operators worldwide.
What types of vessels use SOLASOLV® marine sun shades?
SOLASOLV sun shades are installed on a wide range of vessels including offshore construction ships, diving support vessels, ferries, cruise ships, cargo vessels, and offshore rigs and cranes worldwide.
Where are SOLASOLV® marine sun shades manufactured?
All SOLASOLV products are designed and manufactured in the United Kingdom by Solar Solve Marine and supplied globally to marine and offshore operators.
