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K-Sim Maritime Simulation

Simulator technology shaping the maritime future

Kongsberg Maritime’s K-Sim simulation systems enable students and crew to build vital skills that promote safety, cost-efficiency, and sustainability in operations at sea.

Our simulation technology is widely embraced by maritime research and training centers worldwide, serving as a foundational tool for training both students and crew members in basic to advanced vessel operations.

Moreover, it supports advanced studies in critical domains such as human factors, fuel consumption, emission reduction, port development, operational verification, digital twins, and the pioneering field of autonomous shipping operations.

Examples of what we can deliver

Training solutions tailored to your industry requirements

Our deep understanding of all maritime sectors and their unique challenges enables us to deliver comprehensive, tailored simulation solutions that support your specific training needs. Whether naval, offshore, fishing, or other sectors, we have the expertise and experience to help optimise your training through immersive simulation.

Configuration flexibility enables optimised learning experience

From full‑mission simulators to cloud‑based solutions, K‑Sim combines realism and flexibility to deliver immersive learning experiences that strengthen decision‑making in real‑world maritime operations. More than training for the expected, K‑Sim empowers trainees to seize opportunities, understand constraints, and navigate and handle the unexpected with confidence.

Why choose K-Sim

  • Effective hands‑on training in a safe, controlled environment 
  • Develops skills to enhance safety, and cost‑efficiency at sea
  • Compliant with STCW, DNV, and NI training requirements
  • Supports all training levels from basic to complex and advanced
  • Flexible system configurations tailored to your training needs
  • User‑friendly instructor system for easy exercise control, monitoring, and objective performance assessment
  • 24/7 worldwide service and support

Bring quality to your R&D studies

K‑Sim’s simulation technology delivers high accuracy, making it ideally suited for feasibility studies, pre‑mission planning, and advanced research projects. Our solutions support a wide range of applications, including autonomous vessel operations, port development, fuel‑efficiency optimisation, accident investigation, and human factors studies.

Backed by more than 50 years of global experience, K‑Sim is trusted by maritime academies, naval forces, and industry leaders worldwide—providing reliable simulation technology for both training and research.

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Explore, test, and validate concepts in a safe, cost‑efficient virtual environment

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Explore our K-Sim product portfolio

Our extensive portfolio of simulation products, models, and integrated solutions supports education, training, and studies across the maritime industry—helping build competence, enhance safety, improve efficiency, and promote sustainable operations. Check out our product portfolio below:
Compliance

K-Sim class A, B and C models meet STCW's training requirements and are certified by DNV

Certificates

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