Oceanography vessel

Maximum range, minimum noise, extreme capacities

Our advanced designs and capabilities in research and oceanography vessel engineering are developed from decades in the offshore energy and fisheries industry. Our in-house ship design and hydrodynamic research capabilities ensure world-class standards in capability, efficiency, range, and noise reduction. Some of the best known oceanographic and research vessels currently afloat are fitted with our engineering solutions, systems, and products 

Powering performance with proven advantages:

  • Proven, ready-to-build designs for a high-performance ocean research vessel
  • Condition monitoring solutions that highlight failures well before breakdowns
  • Advanced dynamic positioning capabilities featuring cybersecurity protection
  • Dedicated hydrodynamic services specialising in silent operation 

 

Key figures in oceanography vessels

  • Over 121 Launch and Recovery Systems deployed

    106
  • More than 200 Vessels delivered ICE-1A and above

    185 Vessels
  • We specialise in deck machinery for cold weather operation. Our winches and cranes have a proven track record in the harshest polar environments.

    Below zero

The quest for quiet

Find out how Kongsberg Maritime has developed the expertise and the tools to make vessels ultra-quiet in the water - whether for sub-hunting frigates or for ocean research vessels.

Lifecycle support

  • We provide solutions for every stage of your vessel's service life to extend operational capability, improve performance, adopt green technologies, or prepare for new missions. Our global team is committed to you and your project until it is complete, on time and on budget. 

  • Kongsberg Maritime is the only marine engineering company with in-house hydrodynamic research and testing facilities – the Hydrodynamic Research Centre (HRC). Established in 1942, the HRC is comprised of engineers and hydrodynamicists. We uniquely combine computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and cavitation tunnel testing to deliver unmatched hydrodynamic solutions and designs that reduce fuel consumption and emissions on any vessel project, new build or refit. 

  • Kongsberg Maritime is a technology pioneer, enabling a more sustainable future for our oceans. Our zero-emission integrated technologies advance the maritime industry and solve our customers' toughest problems. With unmatched competence, domain knowledge, innovation, and market reach, we are the trusted maritime partner. Protecting people and planet is our promise.

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