The imposing bulk of the construction vessel Seabed Constructor loomed into view on Thursday morning as it entered Bermuda’s waters for the second time this year.

The multi-purpose offshore construction vessel, complete with helicopter landing deck, berthed in Hamilton so the crew could enjoy a day’s shore leave after a trip from the Azores.

The Seabed Constructor, which visited St George’s in February, is one of a fleet of subsea vessels owned by Norwegian firm Swire Seabed that carry out work across the globe.

The ship is equipped with state-of-the-art remote control mini-submarines designed for deep sea projects as well as a team of highly trained engineers and surveyors.

The vessel was designed to perform a wide range of light construction and survey work in the oil, gas and renewables sectors.

The Seabed Constructor is expected to leave Bermuda on Friday afternoon.