Kongsberg Maritime plans to unify its digital applications under the brand Digital Ocean ahead of its stock listing as an independent company. This restructuring will consolidate legacy systems into a cohesive platform, enhancing maritime operations with tools like KM Performance, aimed at optimizing the entire voyage cycle for safer and smarter navigation.
Kongsberg Maritime has been awarded a contract by Consórcio Marenova to design four handy-size product tankers for Petrobras Transporte, valued at over $31 million. These vessels, measuring 150.6 meters long, will feature advanced systems and be ready for methanol and ethanol, emphasizing innovation and sustainability in Brazil’s shipbuilding industry.
At a recent general meeting, shareholders of Kongsberg Gruppen approved the separation of Kongsberg Maritime, set to be listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange on April 23. Incoming CEO Lisa Edvardsen Haugan emphasized the company’s readiness for the transition, focusing on strengthening its organization and expanding globally in the maritime sector.
Kongsberg Maritime is celebrating 50 years of its pioneering dynamic positioning (DP) system, a revolutionary Norwegian innovation. Launched in the 1970s, it transformed offshore operations by allowing vessels to maintain position without anchors. Today, with over 4,000 systems in use, Kongsberg continues to lead in enhancing maritime safety and efficiency.
Kongsberg Maritime has secured a contract to supply equipment for India’s first electric tug at Deendayal Port in Kandla. This project is a key milestone in India’s Green Tug Transition Programme, featuring advanced technologies like permanent magnet-driven thrusters and energy storage systems. The tug, designed by NavNautik India, will enhance maritime decarbonization efforts.
Kongsberg Maritime is enhancing mooring solutions for offshore floating structures by developing simplified technologies that reduce costs, complexity, and environmental impact. Their innovations aim to minimize components and eliminate active tensioning equipment, enabling safer installations and significant fuel savings, ultimately streamlining offshore floater operations while improving safety and reliability.
Kongsberg Maritime has signed a framework agreement with Noble Corporation to co-develop advanced marine technologies for the offshore drilling sector. This collaboration aims to improve operational efficiency, risk assessment, and sustainability. A pilot project on the drillship Noble Sam Croft will launch in 2025, marking the beginning of several joint initiatives.
At Nor-Shipping in Oslo, a collaboration among Kongsberg Maritime, Solstad, Østensjø, DeepOcean, and Remota was announced to pilot remote Dynamic Positioning (DP) operations in the offshore sector. The initiative, starting later this year on the Normand Sentinel, aims to enhance operational flexibility and broaden recruitment opportunities.
Kongsberg Maritime has launched K-Sail, a service to help vessel owners integrate wind-assist technology, addressing the need for reduced fuel consumption and emissions. By optimizing existing systems and focusing on collaboration, K-Sail aims to enhance operational efficiency, with pilot projects already underway, promising significant fuel savings for customers.
Kongsberg Maritime has introduced its Continuous Emissions Monitoring System (CEMS), enabling shipowners to effectively monitor vessel emissions and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. Utilizing advanced sensor technology, CEMS provides real-time data on greenhouse gases, integrating seamlessly with K-Chief for enhanced operational efficiency and reduced manual errors.
Kongsberg Maritime has unveiled the TTH Tunnel Thruster from its Harmonised series, offering improved performance through a compact, modular design. This innovation features hydrodynamically optimized blades for enhanced efficiency and reduced noise. Compatible with Equipment Health Monitoring, the TTH series meets high Baltic ice class standards, supporting dynamic positioning applications.
Kongsberg Maritime has launched a new electric towing winch for the tug market, featuring a frequency converter-driven motor for enhanced efficiency and reduced environmental impact. Designed for harbor applications, it offers customizable pulling forces, smooth speed control, and robust components, while integrating seamlessly with Kongsberg’s Aquapilot system for improved operational management.
Kongsberg Maritime has secured a contract to supply equipment for a new offshore support vessel, Sea Dragon, being built by CRIST S.A. for DOF Group. The vessel will feature advanced systems for various offshore operations and a battery-hybrid propulsion system for increased efficiency. Delivery is expected by the first quarter of 2027.
Kongsberg Maritime has been awarded a project to convert the MF Hamlet ferry to operate emission-free on battery power. The upgrade includes large battery packs and new motors for the azimuth thrusters. Objectives include achieving zero emissions, full electric operation, and mechanical propulsion redundancy. The project is set to begin in November 2025.
Kongsberg Maritime has been chosen to provide design and equipment for a new walk-to-work offshore service vessel being built by ST Engineering Marine in Singapore. The 97-meter vessel, based on Kongsberg Maritime UT 5520 design, will accommodate 106 individuals and feature a motion-compensated gangway for safe personnel transfer.
