One of the Chesapeake Shipbuilding newbuild cruise ships under construction (Credit: Chesapeake Shipbuilding) Kongsberg Maritime has strengthened its 15-year partnership with Chesapeake Shipbuilding in the United through the supply of its Aquarius retractable stabilizers that will be installed on the latest newbuild cruise ships for American Cruise Lines (ACL) The Aquarius retractable stabilizers offer high-performance roll damping They are specifically engineered for smaller vessels and ease of integration with the ship’s alarm and monitoring systems The stabilizers come with a fin-box and necessary local stiffening ready for seamless installation at the shipyard With over three decades of industry experience Chesapeake Shipbuilding has established itself as a designer and builder of commercial ships up to 450 feet in length the shipyard has developed expertise in maritime construction The yard is currently constructing the American Patriot these vessels will accommodate 130 guests in staterooms with private balconies and a deck of suites “Kongsberg Maritime has consistently provided a quality product that meets our niche needs Their engineering department has provided spot-on computational fluid dynamic resistance results and their structural designs are easy to incorporate into our vessel designs “Their on-site technicians are outstanding during each commissioning and subsequent maintenance periods We expect Kongsberg Maritime to be integral to our continued growth,” said Steven McGee “Our long-standing relationship with Chesapeake Shipbuilding demonstrates the importance of effective stabilization systems on board cruise vessels We are proud to see our Aquarius retractable stabilizers helping to provide American Cruise Lines’ guests with a comfortable smooth sailing experience in the coastal and river waters of the USA,” added Paul Crawford South Korean shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean aims to boost its revenue from overseas military vessels to around 4 trillion won ($2.91… The offshore rig market recovery appears to have taken a pause with demand tapering off and marketed utilization hitting… a 170-year-old French family-owned company operating across a broad swath of maritime and offshore energy… Belgium-based offshore installation services company DEME has completed the acquisition Havfram we excel in creating stunning illuminated yacht names and logos and cutting-edge LED and fiber optic solutions Maritime Reporter E-News is the maritime industry's largest circulation and most authoritative ENews Service delivered to your Email five times per week The shipbuilder will first install the stabilisers on the cruise ships it is currently constructing for American Cruise Lines  US-based shipbuilder Chesapeake Shipbuilding will install Kongsberg Maritime’s Aquarius retractable stabilisers on its newbuild cruise ships starting with the vessels currently under construction for American Cruise Lines.  Kongsberg Maritime’s Aquarius retractable stabilisers have a compact and lightweight design and have been designed to provide high-performance roll damping and advanced control systems The one-piece high-lift fin has been specifically engineered for smaller vessels and ease of integration with the ships’ alarm and monitoring systems.  The new agreement builds on Chesapeake Shipbuilding’s 15-year partnership with marine technology company Kongsberg Maritime “Kongsberg Maritime has consistently provided a quality product that meets our niche needs,” said Steven McGee “Their engineering department has provided spot-on computational fluid dynamic resistance results Their on-site technicians are outstanding during each commissioning and subsequent maintenance periods We expect Kongsberg Maritime to be integral to our continued growth.”  The Chesapeake Shipbuilding yard is currently constructing American Patriot along with other vessels for American Cruise Lines These four vessels are expected to begin operations along the US east coast in June 2025 and will accommodate 130 guests.  “Our longstanding relationship with Chesapeake Shipbuilding demonstrates the importance of effective stabilisation systems on board cruise vessels,” said Paul Crawford “We are proud to see our Aquarius retractable stabilisers helping to provide American Cruise Lines’ guests with a comfortable smooth sailing experience in the coastal and river waters of the USA.”  The most popular stories of the month delivered to your inbox The initiative seeks to enhance crew training standards emphasising STCW training and familiarisation with onboard automation systems Kongsberg Maritime has received a contract from Capital Group for the delivery of K-Sim Engine Room and Cargo Handling simulators for a new training facility located on the island of Chios This initiative aims to improve training standards for the crew and Watchkeeping (STCW) training and familiarisation with onboard automation systems The delivery of the simulators is set to be completed by the end of June 2025 The simulators will incorporate K-Chief automation systems which are currently in use on Capital Group’s tankers and LNG gas carriers This setup is designed to offer crew members practical experience with the automation systems they will encounter while operating the fleet Capital Ship Management (Chios Branch) Captain Ioannis Tsirigos said: “Simulation training is a critical component of our crew development strategy Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis “The ability to train on familiar automation systems ensures that our personnel gain hands-on experience The decision to award the contract to Kongsberg Maritime stems from Capital Group’s use of the K-Chief 600 and K-Chief 700 automation systems These systems are utilised throughout the company’s operations Kongsberg Maritime Maritime Simulation managing director Are Follesdal Tjonn said: “Our mission is to support the maritime industry’s transition toward smarter “The fact that we can deliver both proven automation system technology in addition to immersive simulation of the systems puts us in a unique situation in supporting shipowners maximising operational efficiency and safety.” In February this year, Kongsberg Maritime obtained a contract to provide an integrated equipment package for Bibby Marine’s new eCSOV touted as the world’s first fully electric offshore vessel Nominations are now open for the prestigious Ship Technology Excellence Awards - one of the industry's most recognised programmes celebrating innovation This is your chance to showcase your achievements Don't miss the opportunity to be honoured among the best - submit your nomination today Give your business an edge with our leading industry insights View all newsletters from across the GlobalData Media network Kongsberg Maritime has secured a contract with Capital Group to deliver advanced K-Sim Engine Room and Cargo simulators for their training centre on the Greek island of Chios The investment underscores Capital Group’s commitment to high-quality training for its crew enhancing both general STCW training and product familiarization with onboard automation systems scheduled for completion by the end of June 2025 includes K-Sim Engine Room and Cargo Handling Simulators The simulators feature K-Chief automation systems installed onboard the Capital Group’s tankers and LNG gas carriers and will ensure the crew gains hands-on familiarization with the automation systems found onboard the fleet “Our mission is to support the maritime industry’s transition toward smarter and more efficient operations,” said Are Føllesdal Tjønn Managing Director of Maritime Simulation in Kongsberg Maritime “The fact that we can deliver both proven automation system technology in addition to immersive simulation of the systems puts us in a unique situation in supporting shipowners maximising operational efficiency and safety Captain Ioannis Tsirigos from Capital Ship Management (Chios Branch) highlighted the importance of this investment: “Simulation training is a critical component of our crew development strategy The ability to train on familiar automation systems Kongsberg Maritime was awarded the simulator contract due to Capital Group’s extensive use of the company’s K-Chief 600 and K-Chief 700 automation systems across its fleet This direct link between onboard automation and simulation technology ensures seamless training and operational readiness The contract reinforces the synergy between Kongsberg Maritime’s onboard systems and its simulation technology which were merged into Kongsberg Maritime on April 1st The products and services herein described in this press release are not endorsed by The Maritime Executive SatNews The Meridian Space constellation is taking a fundamentally new approach to space-based broadband by combining a series of advanced technologies never before deployed in a commercial satellite constellation The partnership includes two prototypes as well as the development and serial production of 280 satellites NanoAvionics and SpinLaunch will develop a prototype satellite optimized for higher performance and launch efficiency The approximately 70 kg satellites for this project are much lighter than currently operational SATCOM platforms enabling significant performance advantages per kilogram The unique design combined with the high-performance avionics and payload will allow these satellites to deliver uninterrupted global connectivity with terabits-per-second capacity in a single rocket launch As part of the transaction, Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace has acquired a minority stake in SpinLaunch to support the commercialization of Meridian’s pioneering SATCOM solution This partnership underscores both organizations’ commitment to delivering affordable and sustainable space services worldwide SpinLaunch plans to grow the Meridian constellation to 1,200 satellites as originally outlined in the company’s 2021 spectrum filings To meet the needs of the 280-satellite constellation production schedule Kongsberg NanoAvionics will ramp up its manufacturing capabilities with the addition of a new assembly and testing facility at its European headquarters in Vilnius will offer significantly higher broadband capacity in a satellite constellation compared with what is available on the market today,” said Eirik Lie President of Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace “KONGSBERG’s decision to partner with SpinLaunch reflects our belief in their innovative approach to satellite communications.” Our supply contract for Meridian is a clear example of how Kongsberg NanoAvionics enables complex satellite missions with standardized Kongsberg NanoAvionics brings a strong track record in small satellite manufacturing that aligns well with our goal of bringing a highly differentiated satcom constellation to market,” said David Wrenn we are taking meaningful steps towards 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P.KAN.DESIGNER WorkBoat+ Membership – Free to Join You may unsubscribe from our mailing list at any time Diversified Communications | 121 Free Street NEWS: Long-Delayed USCG Polar Icebreaker Moves Into Full Production Kongsberg Discovery has successfully completed acceptance testing for its HUGIN Superior autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) system 24 highlighting its partnership with the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) and the U.S is set to enhance the Navy’s undersea capabilities The acceptance testing follows a 24-month frame contract awarded by DIU in 2024 for large diameter unmanned underwater vehicles (LDUUV) The statement noted that within just a year of the contract's signing Kongsberg delivered the first HUGIN Superior AUV demonstrating the accelerated timeline that DIU aims to foster in adopting commercial technology for national security applications Kongsberg said its HUGIN Superior is designed for a range of undersea missions Intelligence Preparation of the Operational Environment (IPoE) and a navigational accuracy of less than 0.04% of the distance traveled Kongsberg noted the AUV is built for high reliability and performance in complex underwater operations With the successful delivery of the first HUGIN Superior under this contract Kongsberg said its AUV technology is positioned to play an increasingly important role in the U.S Become a WorkBoat+ Member By 2025-04-29T13:38:00+01:00 Norway has taken delivery of its first Konsgberg-produced Joint Strike Missile (JSM) ahead of the weapon’s full integration with the Lockheed Martin F-35 “The armed forces have received their first super missile from the Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency and Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace Work will now begin to stockpile the JSM missile at Orland air base,” defence minister Tore O Sandvik said at the Royal Norwegian Air Force facility on 28 April The Norwegian-produced JSM will be carried within an F-35A’s internal weapons bays “This missile gives Norway the capability to locate and defeat heavily defended targets at significant distances with high precision and low risk of detection It is the first weapon that allows smaller nations like Norway to credibly threaten heavily protected targets on land and at sea,” Sandvik says “The combination of the F-35 and advanced weaponry represents an entirely new level of challenge for anyone who might consider attacking Norway or its allies,” he adds “It marks a substantial strengthening of the armed forces’ operational capability.” “Now the next chapter begins: integrating the JSM with the F-35,” the Norwegian defence ministry says Oslo earlier this month took delivery of its last of 52 conventional take-off and landing F-35As and Sandvik says the fifth-generation type “is performing beyond expectations” Royal Norwegian Air Force F-35As recently conducted a NATO air policing detachment to Poland “The F-35 fleet has already participated in numerous exercises and operations including three deployments to Iceland,” the Norwegian defence ministry notes “The recent mission in Poland proved the air wing’s ability to carry out real-world operations abroad on behalf of NATO,” he adds Norway has received US government approval to acquire up to 300 Raytheon AIM-9X Block II air-to-air missiles The California company Stratolaunch is pioneering the development of a reusable flight vehicle capable of reaching speeds beyond Mach 5 Ten of the Boeing refuellers have been listed for sale on a US government auction website India has conducted a maiden flight for a so-called “stratospheric airship platform” with the aim of collecting data to inform future sorties Unmanned air vehicle (UAV) producer Tekever is to invest over £400 million ($532 million) to boost its activities in the UK and add more than 1,000 employees to its workforce When Portugal signed for five Embraer C/KC-390 tactical transports in July 2019 it was taking something of a gamble by becoming the first export buyer for the Brazilian-built type – but its air force’s 506 Squadron is now flying high with the Brazilian-built airlifter FlightGlobal is the global aviation community’s primary source of news analytics and advisory services to connect the aviation community globally and help organisations shape their business strategies identify new opportunities and make better decisions faster Site powered by Webvision Cloud Breaking news, expert analysis, member-first insights and commentary on the global aviation industry. , opens new tabAs many countries are working on modernizing and increasing their navies Haoy said one solution would be to standardize vessels by basing them on civilian platforms and militarizing them thus mitigating the problem of differing standards and platforms."You make them as civilian as possible and as military as necessary That means that you can actually speed up production get the cost down - and you get a very sophisticated vessel," he said.Haoy referred to Ukraine where multiple supply chains for different weapons systems were difficult to support and cost additional time and money."If we could standardize more militarize them and put the capabilities and capacities on board that is what we think is one solution to speed up the capacities."Besides building their own capacities big defence companies should also focus on securing their supply chains which normally consist of smaller medium-sized companies that "cannot easily take that kind of investment upfront" he said."That is what we are trying to understand here in Europe now: How can we sustain this supply chain even with bigger capacity and how can we source this?"Reporting by Sabine Siebold; editing by Giles Elgood Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles., opens new tab , opens new tab Browse an unrivalled portfolio of real-time and historical market data and insights from worldwide sources and experts. , opens new tabScreen for heightened risk individual and entities globally to help 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All rights reserved Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace and Hatteland Technology have signed a strategic agreement that secures continued deliveries of critical components for both maritime and air defense systems The companies have been working together for more than 25 years an agreement was signed on March 14 at Hatteland Technology’s facilities in Aksdal marking an important milestone in the long-standing collaboration and former Prime Minister and Conservative Party leader Erna Solberg attended the signing Solberg highlighted the current geopolitical threat landscape and the need to scale up defense production she specifically emphasized the crucial role that both Hatteland Technology and Kongsberg play in strengthening supply security and preparedness “Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace has been a key partner for us for over 25 years and this agreement confirms the trust and joint commitment we have built over time It enables us to expand our production capacity and contribute to a stronger defence industry We look forward to further developing this collaboration and delivering solutions that support Norway’s defence capabilities,” said Lars Skjelbred-Eriksen Hatteland Technology is further investing in production capacity and will soon move into a new production facility in Aksdal This expansion is expected to further strengthen the company’s ability to deliver defense-critical components and ensure stable supply chains The defense industry creates significant value and employment across the country According to the Norwegian Defence and Security Industries Association (FSi) the sector employs over 17,000 people and generates approximately NOK 20 billion in annual value In line with this, Kongsberg highlighted that its collaboration with more than 2,000 Norwegian subcontractors generates “significant local ripple effects.” “A strong defence requires solid production capacity and expertise and it is a great advantage that we can source this from Norwegian suppliers This strengthens both preparedness and industrial development in the country,” concluded Løver Andersen Daily news and in-depth stories in your inbox 2024The Naval Strike Missile is on display at Kongsberg’s stand Sept (Jaroslaw Adamowski/Staff)PARIS — Norwegian defense firm Kongsberg won a five-year contract from the US Navy worth around US$900 million to supply anti-ship missiles in what the company says is its biggest missile contract ever The company will provide its Naval Strike Missile, which is being installed on the Navy’s Littoral Combat Ships and Constellation-class frigates, the company said in a statement on Wednesday The fixed-price contract is valued at 10 billion Norwegian kroner (US$896 million) with options that could lift the cumulative value to about 12 billion kroner The company will also supply the missile to the U.S. Marine Corps for the Navy Marine Expeditionary Ship Interdiction System, or NMESIS “This contract is an example of the strong demand we see for our strike missiles across NATO and allied nations, which is why we this year have opened a new missile factory in Norway and announced two facilities in Australia and the U.S.,” Eirik Lie, the president of Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, said in the statement. The Naval Cruise Missile was first deployed by the Norwegian Navy in 2012, and has also been selected by NATO partners including Poland, the U.K., Spain and the Netherlands. The subsonic missile has a range of more than 100 nautical miles or 185 kilometers, weights 407 kilograms and has a length of 3.96 meters or 13 feet, according to Kongsberg. The missile uses a high-resolution imaging infrared seeker for autonomous target recognition, and its sea-skimming capabilities and low signature allow it to survive enemy air defenses, the company says. Rudy Ruitenberg is a Europe correspondent for Defense News. He started his career at Bloomberg News and has experience reporting on technology, commodity markets and politics. Facebook pageTwitter feedRSS feedDefense News © 2025 Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KONGSBERG’) has entered the space industry as a satellite operator and service provider after the company launched their first microsatellite from California was launched from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California as part of the SpaceX Transporter 13 launch service In 2024, KONGSBERG was awarded a contract from the Norwegian Armed Forces on behalf of the Norwegian government to provide maritime surveillance data to cover Norwegian Areas of Interest The data will be used by the Norwegian Armed Forces as well as other Norwegian government institutions involved in maritime security such as the Coastal Administration The MP42H satellites are produced by Kongsberg NanoAvionics and equipped with Automatic Identification System (AIS) receivers and detector systems, delivered by Kongsberg Discovery. It includes a navigation radar detector developed by the Norwegian Defence Research Establishment (FFI) Kongsberg NanoAvionics has manufactured and launched 40 satellites to date The satellites are operated by Kongsberg Satellite Services (KSAT) which will use their international network of downloading stations to provide high frequency and low latency surveillance data for both the Norwegian Government as well as international customers “KONGSBERG has been active in the space segment for decades delivering high-end technology and solutions but this successful launch marks a milestone for us as we will own and operate the satellites for the first time,” said Eirik Lie KONGSBERG companies and subsidiaries cover the full value chain to offer next-generation satellite services from delivering our own micro satellites and ground stations to market-leading data processing and analytics KONGSBERG is uniquely positioned tcmplete system solutions combing space segment with the ground systems to enhance data delivery and reduce latency A central part of KONGSBERG’s capability is the ability to assemble integrate and test satellites with sensitive and national controlled payloads in our facilities Kongsberg has unveiled plans to integrate the maritime-focused business Kongsberg Digital into Kongsberg Maritime to further align its portfolio with future customer needs and technological advancements in the maritime industry The integration of Konsberg’s business units will take place in the first quarter of 2025 The business to be transferred represented revenues of approximately $53 million in 2023 The transfer involves around 500 employees located in 14 countries These employees will be transferred from Kongsberg Digital to Kongsberg Maritime upon completion of the transaction “By consolidating our digital maritime initiatives within Kongsberg Maritime’s integrated portfolio of solutions we are optimizing our approach to this transition and reaffirming our goal of being a frontrunner in the decarbonization and digitalization of the maritime industry,” said Geir Håøy “By transferring maritime operations to Kongsberg Maritime Kongsberg Digital will use the proceeds to focus relentlessly on advancing our digital twin we have built a solid customer base and a leading market position we will in particular focus on developing our industrial work surface solutions further supporting multiple industries This strategic move is encouraged and supported by the Kongsberg Digital Board of Directors," added Thomas Borgen Dutch offshore installation firm Van Oord has started scour protection works at RWE Nordseecluster offshore wind farm On April 30, Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ) together with several original co-sponsors reintroduced the SHIPS for America Act in the U.S Jan De Nul has kicked off the installation campaign of the monopile foundations for RWE’s Thor offshore wind farm will supply the design and integrated equipment package for a new walk-to-work offshore service vessel (OSV) The 97-meter (318') vessel of Kongsberg Maritime UT 5520 design will accommodate 106 people and features a motion-compensated gangway to enable safe transfer of personnel between to and from offshore installations The new design is a further development of Kongsberg Maritime’s range of vessel types for the offshore energy market It builds on recent experience with the successful UT5519DE CSOVs (commissioning service operation vessel) which are deployed on offshore wind projects in the North Sea It is designed for oil and gas operations and will have a greater endurance of up to nine weeks away from shore compared to a CSOV industry standard of four weeks “We are delighted to have been chosen by ST Engineering Marine to supply our latest UT5520 vessel design and an extensive range of Kongsberg Maritime technology for this new vessel,” Per Kristian Furø Kongsberg’s sales director — ship design said in a statement announcing the new vessel design “Our design teams have drawn on our extensive know-how from decades of offshore operations to provide a vessel that is optimized for long-distance offshore operations safety and crew comfort are key considerations.” No additional specifications were released Kongsberg Discovery has completed acceptance testing of HUGIN Superior autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) system for the Defense Innovation Unit and the US Navy KONGSBERG’s HUGIN Superior is a highly effective AUV system that has been actively utilized by both commercial and military sectors since 2019 It offers immediate operational readiness for tasks such as Subsea and Seabed Warfare (SSW) and inspecting vital undersea infrastructure The AUV is designed for full ocean depth capabilities a navigational precision of <0.04% of the distance traveled and a suite of advanced mapping and imaging sensors “KONGSBERG is excited to be expanding our relationship with the U.S Navy and provide the cutting-edge capabilities that come standard with our HUGIN Superior AUV system We applaud the DIU team for enabling this transfer of capability to the warfighter at an accelerated pace and look forward to valuable operator feedback and continued partnership to further evolve our product line,” said Rich Patterson This final testing was completed at the beginning of the year in Norway The vehicle will now go on to provide real-world operational relevance and enhance the undersea capabilities of the US Navy 2025A JAS 39 Gripen C/D fighter aircraft takes off from Lulea-Kallax Airport during the NATO Nordic Response 24 military exercise (Anders Wiklund/TT News Agency/AFP via Getty Images)PARIS — Saab and Kongsberg kicked off the European defense industry earnings season Friday posting another year of record sales growth and orders in 2024 as governments across the continent continue to ramp up military spending in the face of Russian aggression Sweden’s Saab, the maker of the Gripen fighter jet and the Carl-Gustaf recoilless rifle, reported orders jumped 24% to 96.8 billion Swedish kronor (US$8.9 billion) last year raising the backlog to a record 187 billion kronor GlobalEye surveillance planes and a record order from Poland for the Carl-Gustaf Finland’s Patria reported orders jumped 33% to €1.26 billion in 2024 lifted by demand for the company’s 6-wheeled armored vehicles for a backlog of €2.38 billion by the end of December with the Finnish government owning the remainder “There are tensions and stuff like that, which makes it an unusually difficult time to predict what’s going to happen going forward, but we see a strong continued need for defense capabilities definitely, and a strong market going forward,” Saab CEO Micael Johansson said in a call Friday. The Saab CEO sees defense spending in Europe rising regardless of decisions regarding the NATO alliance and joint European programs. The NATO summit in The Hague in June will be “very interesting to see where the ambition level will be put when it comes to targets,” Johansson said. NATO alliance members including the U.S., U.K. and Poland say the alliance target to spend at least 2% of GDP on defense is not enough, and the summit is expected to set a higher threshold. Defense spending by European Union countries was expected to reach a record €326 billion in 2024, from €279 billion a year earlier, the European Defence Agency reported in December. International business now accounts for 72% of the backlog at Saab, from 64% a year earlier, according to CFO Anna Wijkander. At Kongsberg, the defense and aerospace order book was padded by deals with the U.S. Navy and the Netherlands, and air-defense systems for Lithuania. “Given the current situation, it is likely that NATO countries and Norway’s allies will continue to invest in and strengthen their defense capabilities,” Kongsberg said. “There is a high demand for Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace’s core products such as air defense, missiles, and weapon stations.” Kongsberg said it will start construction of missile factories in the U.S. and Australia in 2025, and position itself for Norway’s upcoming renewal of its frigate fleet. Regarding future business at Saab, the company is negotiating a Gripen contract with Thailand, and has interest for the fighter from Colombia and Peru, according to Johansson, who also mentioned additional Gripens for Brazil. Saab has a team of more than 100 people working on the future fighter concept, including unmanned capability, which Johansson said he expects to be the next step to complement the Gripen going forward. France in October kicked of development of an unmanned wingman drone for the competing Rafale fighter. “Of course over time, in the 2050s, we need to have a new solution for a possible manned fighter,” the Saab CEO said. “We will fly a number of systems over the next few years, which will be unmanned to start with.” Johansson said margins in Saab’s aeronautics business are being affected by delays to starting up the T-7 Red Hawk jet trainer program in the U.S., which he said will take “another couple of years before we sort of see that turning around.” “We’re a bit dependent on when the U.S. Air Force will contract Boeing to really start ramping up production,” the CEO said. “There will be production ongoing, but on a rather low level, until the testing is done with Air Force, and Boeing gets the contracts.” Kongsberg Maritime's dynamic positioning digital survey (DPDS) has received approval in principle from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) marking a step forward in digitalizing vessel surveys ABS noted in a statement the DPDS application continuously collects data from a vessel’s dynamic positioning (DP) system allowing surveys to be conducted remotely rather than requiring in-person assessments on a fixed schedule “ABS provides the most advanced and efficient survey capabilities in the world and the DPDS app from Kongsberg is another step forward in the evolution of digital solutions for offshore assets,” said Joshua Divin “We are proud to work alongside Kongsberg to help support the safe and practical application of advanced technologies to optimize performance.” Dynamic positioning systems are integral to vessel operations and sensors to maintain position or follow a designated course ABS said the DPDS app enables remote monitoring and analysis requiring evaluation by a surveyor trained by Kongsberg vice president of digital products at Kongsberg Maritime said “We see that the maritime industry is increasingly recognizing the benefits of data-driven verification for machinery and auxiliary systems Kongsberg Aviation Maintenance Services (’KONGSBERG’) and Letecké opravovne Trencín (LOTN) have signed a teaming agreement with the intention to establish an F-16 Falcon Maintenance and Overhaul (MRO) capability at LOTN’s existing aircraft maintenance and support facility in Trencin The proposed collaboration between LOTN and KONGSBERG is intended to provide new and legacy F-16 operators with maintenance and logistics services operating from a world-class facility with extensive technical expertise on Lockheed Martin F-16 aircraft  “This initiative is a direct result of LOTN’s participation in the life cycle support of the Slovakian Air Force’s new generation F-16 Block 70 fleet,” said Juraj Laus “KONGSBERG is a very highly regarded player in this industry; teaming with them will allow us to expand our offering of services and capabilities which will benefit the Slovak Air Force and other NATO and Allied operators as well,” he added “The Norwegian Air Force’s transition from the F-16 to the F-35 has allowed KAMS the ability to apply our 40 years of F-16 MRO experience to opportunities outside of Norway” said André Jægtvik President of Kongsberg Aviation Maintenance Services “Our designation as a Lockheed Martin approved Falcon Service Center for F-16s up to Block 52 combined with LOTN’s experienced labor force modern infrastructure and Block 70 capability will provide a legitimate and strategically located option for F-16 support and services,” added Jægtvik Kongsberg to Deliver 280 Microsatellites to Spinlaunch's LEO Satellite Communication Constellation Kongsberg has Entered Into a Long-term Agreement for the Maintenance of the F-35 in Norway Kongsberg Starts Operating its 1st Satellite Denmark acquires KONGSBERG's Naval Strike Missile AFRL Awards Ursa Major $28.6M Contract for Responsive Space SAIC Awarded New $55M Mission Integration Contract From Space Development Agency SEA Secures Contract to Support UK Royal Navy Ship Availability and Resilience GDEB Awarded $12Bn Contract Modification for Virginia-Class Submarines Indonesia's Largest Privately Run Airline Selects StandardAero for CFM56-7B Engine Maintenance StandardAero Grows its Chinese Customer Base as Cargo Specialist Air Central Signs for CFM56-7B MRO Support Embraer E190-E2 and E195-E2 Granted Type Certification in Mongolia LOTAMS Named Europe's 1st Embraer E2 Authorized Service Center AJW Group Announces B737NG PBH Support Contract with FlySafair Elevate Your Business with Our Market Studies and LEGO® Magic Support for Remote Verification of Dynamic Positioning Systems (HOUSTON) The Dynamic Positioning Digital Survey (DPDS) from Kongsberg Maritime has received approval in principle (AIP) from ABS The DPDS application from Kongsberg continuously gathers data from a vessel’s dynamic positioning (DP) system allowing annual DP surveys to move from in-person assessments on the vessel in a fixed timeframe to remote analysis onshore across a wider the DPDS app contributes to reduced vessel downtime and enhanced cost-efficiency of operations “ABS provides the most advanced and efficient survey capabilities in the world and the DPDS app from Kongsberg is another step forward in the evolution of digital solutions for offshore assets We are proud to work alongside Kongsberg to help support the safe and practical application of advanced technologies to optimize performance,” said Joshua Divin comprised of many elements such as thrusters propellers and sensors to help a vessel move accurately either keeping track on a designated course or staying in one place regardless of factors like wind or waves The evaluation of the DPDS data must be performed by a surveyor with training provided by Kongsberg "We see that the maritime industry is increasingly recognizing the benefits of data driven verification for machinery and auxiliary systems Vice President Digital Products Kongsberg Maritime “It’s a more matured industry that accepts and adopts the digital transformation in these types of operations and ABS is clearly playing an important role in driving the industry in a more efficient and sustainable direction.” ABS is a leading global provider of classification and technical advisory services for the marine and offshore industries. Learn more here Photo Caption: Representatives from ABS received diplomas after completing Kongsberg training courses for Dynamic Positioning Digital Survey for Surveyors and Introduction to K-IMS Pictured (Front Row L to R): Angelo Vicentin Neto Kongsberg Maritime; (Back Row L to R): Veneela Ammula ABS Assistant Chief Surveyor; Scott Johnson ABS Senior Project Manager; and Demetrios Stroubakis SpinLaunch has selected Kongsberg NanoAvionics ('KONGSBERG') as its exclusive satellite supplier for its low earth orbit (LEO) broadband communication constellation The parties have signed a contract for the delivery of 280 microsatellites worth EUR122.5 million The Meridian Space constellation is taking a fundamentally new approach to space-based broadband by combining a series of advanced technologies never before deployed in a commercial satellite constellation The approximately 70 kg satellites for this project are much lighter than currently operational satcom platforms Published: December 2021 - Pages: 228 pages Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace has acquired a minority stake in SpinLaunch to support the commercialisation of Meridian’s pioneering satcom solution This partnership underscores both organizations’ commitment to delivering affordable and sustainable space services worldwide will offer significantly higher broadband capacity in a satellite constellation compared with what is available on the market today,” said Eirik Lie “KONGSBERG’s decision to partner with SpinLaunch reflects our belief in their innovative approach to satellite communications.” The satellite network is designed to address growing demand for flexible high-speed and secure satellite communication services for enterprise users across sectors such as maritime Accessible through terminal-agnostic devices Meridian’s network will expand the reach of satellite-based broadband to diverse markets “Our supply contract for Meridian is a clear example of how Kongsberg NanoAvionics enables complex satellite missions with standardized scalable technology,” said Atle Wollo as originally outlined in the company’s 2021 spectrum filings “Kongsberg NanoAvionics brings a strong track record in small satellite manufacturing that aligns well with our goal of bringing a highly differentiated satcom constellation to market,” said David Wrenn high-speed broadband service to global enterprises." Kongsberg and LOTN to Sign Teaming Agreement for MRO Services for F-16s in Slovakia LM Completes Orion Development for Artemis II Mission to the Moon NASA's SPHEREx Space Telescope Begins Capturing Entire Sky Airbus Built Forest Monitoring Satellite Biomass Successfully Launched Gaia Spots Odd Family of Stars Desperate to Leave Home ULA Successfully Launches Amazon's 1st Operational Satellites The MRO service will be provided at LOTN's facility in Trencin aimed at supporting Slovakia’s new F-16 Block 70 fleet Kongsberg Aviation Maintenance Services and Letecké opravovne Trenčín (LOTN) have signed a teaming agreement to develop an F-16 Falcon maintenance and overhaul (MRO) capability in Slovakia.  This MRO service will be offered at LOTN’s current aircraft maintenance facility in Trencin aimed at supporting the Slovakian Air Force’s new F-16 Block 70 fleet.  LOTN chairman and CEO Juraj Laus said: “This initiative is a direct result of LOTN’s participation in the life cycle support of the Slovakian Air Force’s new generation F-16 Block 70 fleet.  “Kongsberg is a very highly regarded player in this industry; teaming with them will allow us to expand our offering of services and capabilities which will benefit the Slovak Air Force and other Nato and Allied operators as well.”  The Block 70/72 features Northrop Grumman’s APG-83 AESA radar providing pilots with fifth-generation fighter radar capabilities shared with the radars used in the F-22 and F-35 and detailed digital maps with customisable features.  the Block 70/72 variant of the F-16 includes a high-resolution Center Pedestal Display (CPD) This allows pilots to fully use the data from the AESA radar and targeting pods presenting tactical imagery and enhancing combat operations.  Kongsberg Aviation Maintenance Services president André Jægtvik said: “The Norwegian Air Force’s transition from the F-16 to the F-35 has allowed KAMS the ability to apply our 40 years of F-16 MRO experience to opportunities outside of Norway.  “Our designation as a Lockheed Martin approved Falcon Service Center for F-16s up to Block 52 combined with LOTN’s experienced labour force modern infrastructure and Block 70 capability will provide a legitimate and strategically located option for F-16 support and services.”  The agreement follows a statement by Slovakian Deputy Defence Minister Martin Vojtašovič, who revealed that the Nato Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) would not assist in upgrading the Sliač Air Base to accommodate the nation’s F-16 fleet.   requires enhancements to host the Slovak Air Force’s 14 F-16 Block 70 fighter jets.   View all newsletters from across the GlobalData Media network DOF OSV is being built to a design by MMC Ship Design & Marine Consulting Ltd More details are emerging about the OSV (offshore support vessel) that the Crist shipyard in Poland is building for DOF the OSV is set to assist operations off the coast of Newfoundland As we reported earlier, the 110 meter OSV will be powered by six MAN 12V175D variable speed gensets and will feature a full propulsion scope from Rauma, Finland-based Steerprop. Now Kongsberg Maritime reports that it has secured a contract to supply an integrated package of equipment for the OSV that will include the DC main switchboard One of the biggest features is the DC electric system which offers several compelling advantages over traditional AC systems These benefits make DC electrical systems increasingly favored for modern offshore vessels particularly those focused on energy efficiency Kongsberg Maritime’s battery-hybrid propulsion system will comprise two 1 MWh battery packs this advanced system will be complemented by a DC electric system designed to ensure the highest operational efficiency the new shiOSV is set to achieve fuel savings of up to 35% compared to similar vessels marking a significant step forward in sustainable maritime technology DOF has also selected a range of Kongsberg Maritime technology to support its offshore operations as well as the company’s K-Pos Dynamic Positioning system April 2025 Marine Log’s Top Women in Maritime Celebration 2025 The U.S. Navy has awarded Kongsberg’s defense and aerospace business segment a $329 million contract to provide medium caliber turret systems for the U.S Marine Corps ACV-30 amphibious combat vehicles The Department of Defense said Monday the firm-fixed-price contract covers Lots 5 and 6 full-rate production of 175 Protector Remote Turret 20 systems and will be definitized by Feb Marine Corps Systems Command will obligate $51 million in fiscal 2024 procurement funds to procure material and related services and expects work to occur in Johnstown The Norwegian company will also provide program management support; associated turret hardware interfaces and software; tooling development; training materials development; logistics management information data development; technical manual development; and field service representative and training support for integration and fielding Protector RT20 is a lightweight turret system that can be remotely controlled and operated from a protected position within the vehicle It comes with a fire control system that can automatically perform ballistic computations to make targeting easier in challenging environments Marine Corps has selected the system as the 30mm lethality platform for its Amphibious Combat Vehicle program The premier source of breaking business news for the government contracting industry to-the-point stories of the most significant contract awards M&A activities and financial results of the sector’s most notable players GovCon Wire is always on top of the most recent contracting sector activity and is updated in real time as the news breaks Important URLs: About us – Government Contracting FAQ – Guest Contributions – 2024 Events Announced today at the Palm Beach International Boat Show the partnership provides users of Kongsberg Discovery's Simrad SY50 with AI-driven insights and data the companies are pioneering the use of AI for sonars in commercial and recreational fishing The partnership is focused on Kongsberg Discovery's Simrad SY50 a compact omnidirectional medium-frequency fish-finding sonar Viam's technology allows SY50 users to translate complex sonar data into actionable targets and use AI to automatically tune key settings Global fleets can seamlessly connect to the cloud and captains can now instantly view underwater activity enabling smarter decisions and enhancing performance we still have so much to learn about our oceans," said Viam Founder and CEO "Integrating Viam's AI technology with Kongsberg's cutting-edge SY50 sonars will help us reach a greater level of understanding and enable better connected The integration comes at a critical moment for the fishing industry which faces increased pressure to improve efficiency and meet stringent sustainability requirements. Viam's technology helps Kongsberg Discovery's users to fish more precisely and limit bycatch while improving safety through improved navigation and weather condition awareness which began with a pilot program earlier this year lays the foundation for a comprehensive system where real-time data helps forecast fish migration patterns monitor populations for conservation efforts and transform marine resource management on a global scale "Partnering with Viam provides an incredible opportunity to bring transformative AI technology into our sonar technology benefitting fishing operations around the world," said Kongsberg Discovery's Martin Tollefsen fleets gain real-time insight and can process data more efficiently significantly improving efficiency and sustainability." Kongsberg Discovery's value creation relies on its technology backbone built through decades of investment and expertise in key areas "This deep knowledge spans from material physics to application domains AI increasingly contributes to our products and solutions complementing our understanding of physical phenomena in harsh marine environments," Tollefsen continues Viam's platform helps companies add cutting-edge capabilities to existing systems and build new ones fast by integrating AI The company was launched in 2020 by Eliot Horowitz former co-founder and CTO of publicly traded database giant MongoDB About Kongsberg DiscoveryKongsberg Discovery serves the ocean space from the deepest sea to outer space. We develop technology to ensure sustainable management of marine resources, monitor climate change and critical infrastructure, and safeguard national security. kongsberg.com/discovery CONTACT: Christopher Farrell, [email protected] today announced $30 million in Series C funding Digital Yacht today announced the launch of NjordLINK an advanced monitoring app for boaters and captains Maritime & Shipbuilding Transportation, Trucking & Railroad Computer & Electronics Artificial Intelligence Do not sell or share my personal information: KONGSBERG delivers the first HUGIN Superior AUV to the US Navy speeding up underwater warfare capabilities with cutting-edge tech KONGSBERG has reached a major milestone in its partnership with the US Navy successfully completing the acceptance testing and delivery of the first HUGIN Superior Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) Remarkably, this achievement comes just one year after KONGSBERG was awarded a 24-month frame contract by the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) for the Navy’s Large Diameter Unmanned Underwater Vehicle (LDUUV) program This swift progression highlights both the company’s technological capabilities and the DIU’s commitment to accelerating the adoption of cutting-edge commercial technologies for national security The HUGIN Superior AUV underwent rigorous acceptance testing in early 2025 at KONGSBERG’s facility in Norway where it passed all required assessments and demonstrated its full operational capability The testing phase ensured that the AUV met all specifications and was ready for deployment which will now enable the US Navy to enhance its undersea capabilities for a variety of critical missions KONGSBERG’s swift completion of the HUGIN Superior AUV and its successful testing stands as a testament to the efficient collaborative effort between the company and the DIU The Defense Innovation Unit had performed a rigorous technology assessment of the HUGIN AUV system last year which led to the successful order and delivery in record time By cutting through typical acquisition delays the DIU’s fast-tracked process highlights the Navy’s urgent need for reliable unmanned systems to operate in contested undersea environments The HUGIN Superior AUV is not just another underwater vehicle; it represents a highly capable, proven system that enhances the Navy’s ability to carry out complex undersea operations which has been in service for both commercial and military use since 2019 offers unmatched reliability and operational capability the HUGIN Superior boasts an impressive endurance of over 70 hours a navigational accuracy of less than 0.04 percent of the distance traveled and is equipped with advanced sensors capable of providing high-quality data without modification The system’s capabilities include Intelligence Preparation of the Operational Environment (IPoE) KONGSBERG has ensured that the HUGIN Superior AUV can operate seamlessly in deep-sea conditions making it ideal for maritime security operations in contested waters especially in the Pacific and other high-priority regions the HUGIN Superior is equipped with the latest KONGSBERG technologies including synthetic aperture sonar (HISAS) and multi-beam sonar systems which further enhance its ability to detect and map underwater targets The integration of KONGSBERG’s advanced autonomy and battery technology ensures that the AUV can conduct long-duration missions with minimal supervision reducing the need for additional support vessels and lowering the environmental footprint of undersea operations KONGSBERG’s involvement in underwater systems dates back to 1993 with the first HUGIN vehicle dive. Since then, the company has developed and refined the HUGIN platform into the gold standard for Autonomous Underwater Vehicles The HUGIN AUV systems are tightly integrated with KONGSBERG’s own acoustic sensors producing some of the most reliable and advanced underwater vehicles on the market recently completed a record-breaking multi-week mission further cementing KONGSBERG’s reputation for cutting-edge innovation The successful completion of the HUGIN Superior’s acceptance testing and delivery underscores the company’s continued commitment to providing top-tier autonomous systems for military and commercial clients alike The completion of this project in just one year underscores the efficiency of the DIU’s process and the growing demand for unmanned systems in military operations The US Navy is increasingly relying on unmanned technologies to enhance its operational capabilities in the undersea domain where traditional manned platforms often face limitations The HUGIN Superior AUV provides the Navy with a cost-effective and highly capable solution for a wide range of critical missions Vice President of Sales for KONGSBERG’s Uncrewed Platforms Division expressed his excitement about the continued collaboration with the US Navy “We are thrilled to expand our relationship with the US Navy and provide the cutting-edge capabilities that come standard with our HUGIN Superior AUV system,” Patterson said “We applaud the DIU team for enabling this transfer of capability to the warfighter at an accelerated pace and look forward to valuable operator feedback and continued partnership to further evolve our product line.” As the US Navy continues to focus on expanding its unmanned underwater capabilities the HUGIN Superior AUV is poised to play a key role in a variety of operational scenarios The system’s proven ability to perform complex high-stakes missions with minimal human oversight makes it an invaluable asset for the future of naval operations The successful delivery and testing of the HUGIN Superior also set the stage for further advancements in autonomous undersea technology. 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service provider after it launched its first microsatellite from California was launched from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California as part of the Transporter 13 launch service by SpaceX “KONGSBERG has been active in the space segment for decades but this successful launch marks a milestone for us as we will own and operate the satellites for the first time,” said Eirik Lie KONGSBERG is uniquely positioned to deliver complete system solutions combing space segment with the ground systems to enhance data delivery and reduce latency.  A central part of KONGSBERG’s capability is the ability to assemble KONGSBERG was awarded a contract from the Norwegian Armed Forces on behalf of the Norwegian government to provide maritime surveillance data to cover Norwegian Areas of Interest The data will be utilized by the Norwegian Armed Forces The MP42H satellites are produced by Kongsberg NanoAvionics and equipped with Automatic Identification System (AIS) receivers and detector systems It includes a navigation radar detector developed by the Norwegian Defence Research Establishment (FFI) The satellites are operated by Kongsberg Satellite Services (KSAT) which will utilize its international network of downloading stations to provide high frequency and low latency surveillance data for both the Norwegian Government as well as international customers Greece Orders 8ht Airbus H215 Helicopters to Combat Forest Fires Thales Modernises the World-class TACTIS Armoured Vehicle Training Centre for the Royal Netherlands Army Poland - AIM-120D Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles Bell Announces Signed Purchase Agreement for First Bell 505 in the Netherlands An announcement from Kongsberg Gruppen ASA ( (NSKFF) ) is now available Kongsberg Gruppen ASA has announced a proposed stock split converting one existing share into five new shares subject to approval at the annual General Meeting on 8 May 2025 This strategic move is likely to enhance the stock’s liquidity and potentially broaden the company’s investor base which could have positive implications for stakeholders knowledge-based group that supplies high-tech systems and solutions to customers in the energy The company employs over 14,000 people across 39 countries and reported total revenues of NOK 48.9 billion in 2024 Technical Sentiment Consensus Rating: Sell See more data about NSKFF stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page Disclaimer & DisclosureReport an Issue An announcement from Kongsberg Gruppen ASA ( (NSKFF) ) is now available Disclaimer & DisclosureReport an Issue Home » Kongsberg to Establish Missile Factory in the U.S Virginia will provide additional production capacity sustainment and in-country tech refresh capabilities for Kongsberg Naval Strike Missiles (NSM) and Joint Strike Missiles (JSM) “The new missile production facilities in the U.S. Australia and Norway address the strong and long-term demand for our unique technology and the critical need to strengthen collective defense capabilities and we are delighted to continue to invest in the country to support American interests while creating jobs locally,” said Geir Håøy This is the second new missile production facility Kongsberg has announced in as many months and the decision to locate this facility in the U.S was heavily influenced by the possibility that the Department of Defense could award a multiyear procurement contract to Kongsberg Marine Corps and Air Force are important customers for Kongsberg’s Naval Strike Missile and Joint Strike Missile Their demand signals gave us the predictability we needed to make this investment in the United States This will allow us to better serve our allies in the U.S and continue to expand that supply chain locally building capacity and redundancy for these critical capabilities.”Eirik Lie president of Kongsberg Defence and Aerospace Kongsberg’s investments will increase overall U.S manufacturing capability and further increase capacity to build these advanced systems “Kongsberg is investing in a big way in the U.S which will entail hiring more than 180 people We will also be investing more than $100 million into the Commonwealth of Virginia over the next few years plant and equipment,” said Heather Armentrout “This is in addition to expansion at our core U.S The new facility in James City County will be equipped to assemble The NSM is an anti-ship missile with superior operational performance and high survivability against all enemy defense systems The JSM is an air-launched strike missile designed to fulfill complex missions such as Anti-surface Warfare (ASuW) and land attack The JSM is designed to be deployed internal to the weapons bay of the U.S a characteristic that preserves the low observability features of the aircraft throughout any strike mission KONGSBERG’s JSM is the only long-range precision strike munition that offers that capability Naval News brings you news coverage of the latest naval defense shows & events We are also reporting on naval technology from all over the world This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page The next-generation sensor will be based on the existing Raytheon GhostEye family of radars with one of the key upgrades focused on increased range but the radar’s capabilities will far exceed NASAMS’ current sensor configuration – this is largely driven by the active electronically scanned array and gallium nitride (GaN) technology featured in the GhostEye family of radars,” Mike Mills executive director of GhostEye programs at Raytheon told Defense News The GhostEye is a medium-range air and missile defense radar that was first showcased by the company in 2021 designed to detect and identify a wide-range of threats including cruise missiles While the radar’s range information is not available on the manufacturer’s website observers have estimated that it may be able to observe targets as far as 120 kilometers away This will be the first project developed under the NASAMS Capabilities Collaborative Agreement which was signed in 2023 by the Norwegian MoD The production of the radars’ components will be carried out in both Norway and the United States declining to say when deliveries would begin as discussions about that aspect of the systems’ development are still ongoing In June, Norway signed a $440 million contract with Kongsberg to acquire new NASAMS air defense systems with expected deliveries from 2027 to replace equipment previously donated to Ukraine. The Nordic nation initially sent two batteries of the air defense systems to Kyiv in March of 2023, followed by additional shipments in December, and plans to order more for the war-torn country. “Norway has decided to build their future Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) with the NASAMS architecture as the backbone,” Hans Christian Hagen, vice president for business development of air and coastal defense at Kongsberg said in an email statement to Defense News. “The development of the next-gen radar is a natural step for Norway as the lead nation and will address requirements to meet the mobility aspects for a flexible and agile system,” the company executive added. NASAMS are in operation in 13 countries, as they are able to use a wide variety of air-to-air missiles, including the AMRAAM, which a considerable number of NATO countries already possess. Elisabeth Gosselin-Malo is a Europe correspondent for Defense News. She covers a wide range of topics related to military procurement and international security, and specializes in reporting on the aviation sector. She is based in Milan, Italy. Kongsberg Maritime has launched the K-Sim Offshore DP3 Anchor Handling Simulator designed for training for complex offshore operations the innovative training solution is designed to elevate competency standards and promote sustainability across the sector it focuses on improving maritime safety by supporting our local customers and partners in ensuring safe operations and reducing risks in critical maritime activities Situated at Kongsberg Maritime’s Aberdeen office in Westhill the simulator has been upgraded in response to the growing need for skilled Dynamic Positioning professionals particularly in offshore oil and gas operations heavy lift and emerging floating wind operations The simulator will provide operators with the essential skills and expertise needed to safely and efficiently support large-scale projects in the North Sea and across Europe It provides a highly realistic training environment allowing course delegates to practice complex operations and emergency preparedness in a fully immersive Kongsberg is increasing its instructor team from two to three expert Dynamic Positioning Operators in 2025 bringing a wider range of knowledge and experience to strengthen its training programs “The K-Sim Offshore DP3 Anchor Handling Simulator sets itself apart with advanced physics-based simulations and hydrodynamic modelling allowing trainees to operate in a variety of vessel types “This level of realism enhances competency among operators leading to better performance in the field  This is about empowering people with the right tools to work smarter driving a real ‘step change’ in maritime training,” said Kerry Craig Vard has secured a new contract with Taiwanese-based Dong Fang Offshore (DFO) for the design and construction of one Commissioning… U.K.-based PD Ports has outlined its plans to develop one of the U.K.’s largest offshore wind manufacturing and installation… French energy giant TotalEnergies and OQ Exploration and Production (OQEP) Kongsberg Maritime has signed a contract for the design and equip two multi-purpose subsea vessels for Olympic Group which will be methanol-ready and feature battery hybrid technology The UT7623 Sustainable Energy Vessels (SEVs) are the first references for Kongsberg Maritime’s latest subsea construction vessel designs and will feature a fully integrated package of technology including rim-drive propulsion The vessels will be constructed at the CMHI shipyard in Shenzhen with delivery scheduled for the summer of 2027 They will operate in both the renewable energy and oil and gas sectors Designed in close collaboration with Olympic the vessels are set to be the most energy-efficient in their category The extensive package of integrated technology from Kongsberg Maritime includes rim-drive electric azimuth propulsion mooring winches and an overhead ROV launch and recovery system (LARS) are also included Kongsberg Maritime's expertise as an integrator ensures that these vessels are built for multiple purposes and optimized for advanced offshore operations under rough conditions providing Olympic with unparalleled performance and efficiency "The UT7623 SEV vessels build on our long-standing experience in renewable energy and oil and gas offering unmatched flexibility and efficiency With Kongsberg Maritime’s cutting-edge technology we are once again delivering vessels that lead the industry forward," said Stig Remøy "These vessels represent the latest offering from our extensive ship design portfolio and have a fully electric propulsion system setting new benchmarks in the industry for energy efficiency and environmental sustainability They are vessels that not only meet but exceed the demands of modern offshore operations and will do so with extremely low fuel consumption,” added Per Kristian Furø Sales Director at Kongsberg Maritime The Mediterranean Sea Emission Control Area (ECA) for sulphur oxides enters into effect on 1 May.This will make the Mediterranean… Kongsberg Maritime has announced the delivery of Reach Remote 1 a 79' unmanned surface vessel (USV) designed to support offshore operations developed in collaboration with Reach Subsea ASA underwent sea trials overseen by Det Norske Veritas (DNV) and the Norwegian Maritime Authority The Reach Remote 1 will initially conduct underwater surveys near Haugesund Kongsberg Maritime noted it oversaw vessel design the USV was remotely monitored and controlled from a temporary Remote Operations Centre (ROC) aboard the support vessel Avant a joint venture between Kongsberg Maritime and Wilhelmsen will control the USV from a land-based ROC in Horten Kongsberg highlighted that operating without a crew offers cost and emissions advantages compared to traditional crewed vessels The company said it worked with DNV and the Norwegian Maritime Authority to address regulatory requirements for uncrewed operations Remote and autonomous functionality will be introduced incrementally as the technology matures Kongsberg announced earlier this year that it plans to expand production for missiles in Norway and open a new missile factory in Australia location will “provide additional production capacity sustainment and in-country tech refresh capabilities for Kongsberg’s Naval Strike Missiles (NSM) and Joint Strike Missiles (JSM),” the company release states NSM is an anti-ship missile and JSM is an air-launched missile used on the U.S Air Force’s F-35A fighter jet for complex missions like anti-surface warfare and land attack “The new missile production facilities in the US Australia and Norway address the strong and long-term demand for our unique technology and the critical need to strengthen collective defence capabilities,” Geir Håøy and we are delighted to continue to invest in the country to support American interests while creating jobs locally,” he added The company noted the decision to open the new U.S facility “was heavily influenced by the possibility that the Department of Defense could award a multiyear procurement contract to Kongsberg.” Marine Corps and Air Force are important customers for Kongsberg’s Naval Strike Missile and Joint Strike Missile,” Eirik Lie “Their demand signals gave us the predictability we needed to make this investment in the United States.” The company will invest more than $100 million into Virginia in the next few years “in terms of property president of Kongsberg Defense and Aerospace Kongsberg isn’t the only Nordic country expanding missile production in the U.S. Saab announced earlier this year that it would be growing its footprint stateside with a new facility that will manufacture ground combat weapons and missile systems. The new site is part of a global manufacturing push from the Swedish company to quadruple its global capacity to produce its ground combat weapons. The new facility will support production of programs like the Ground-Launched Small Diameter Bomb. Jen Judson is an award-winning journalist covering land warfare for Defense News. She has also worked for Politico and Inside Defense. She holds a Master of Science degree in journalism from Boston University and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Kenyon College. A Virginia factory will expand capacity and serve key US military programmes alongside expansions in Norway and Australia Kongsberg Defence and Aerospace (KONGSBERG) has announced the establishment of a missile production facility in James City County This development aims to meet surging global demand This facility will enhance KONGSBERG’s manufacturing capabilities particularly its Naval Strike Missiles (NSM) and Joint Strike Missiles (JSM) The new US facility marks KONGSBERG’s latest step in an expansion strategy following similar developments in Norway and a newly announced missile production plant in Australia KONGSBERG seeks to address the need for missile production capacity in a period of heightened defence spending worldwide “The new missile production facilities in the US and Norway address the strong and long-term demand for our unique technology and the critical need to strengthen collective defence capabilities,” said Geir Håøy “We are delighted to continue to invest in the country to support American interests while creating jobs locally.” the Virginia site will add capacity for missile assembly an air-launched rocket designed for missions like anti-surface warfare and land attack is the only long-range precision munition that preserves the aircraft’s stealth capabilities making it an asset for US Air Force operations In June 2024, the US Air Force placed its first order for Kongsberg’s Joint Strike Missile (JSM) to equip its F-35A fighters marking a $141m contract for all necessary rounds emphasised that the expansion aligns with the predictable demand from US military programmes and Air Force are important customers for KONGSBERG’s Naval Strike Missile and Joint Strike Missile Their demand signals gave us the predictability we needed to make this investment in the United States,” Lie said “This will allow us to better serve our allies in the US and continue to expand that supply chain locally building capacity and redundancy for these critical capabilities.” The new Virginia facility will receive an investment exceeding $100m over the next few years This capital will fund the acquisition of property the company plans to hire more than 180 employees The Virginia facility will complement existing capabilities in Pennsylvania where KONGSBERG produces Remote Weapon Stations (RWS) and remote turrets for the US Army and Marine Corps KONGSBERG has ties to the US defence sector with contracts for systems like the Naval Strike Missiles and the NASAMS air defence system used to protect assets such as the White House and the National Capital Region In May of 2024, Spain awarded Kongsberg a €410m ($444 million) contract to modernise its NASAMS air defence systems KONGSBERG’s global expansion reflects the growing need for missile technology as nations strengthen their defence capabilities amid increasing geopolitical tensions This all comes amidst Russia’s Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu recently announcing an increase in the production of precision missiles aiming to double output to strengthen strikes against Ukrainian targets KONGSBERG aims to ensure a resilient supply chain and meet the operational demands of military forces worldwide The Virginia facility is expected to enhance the US missile production capability and ensure the long-term sustainment of defence systems The factory is expected to be fully operational within the next few years and production will ramp up to meet US military needs and the broader global demand for precision-guided munitions Norwegian supplier of defense systems Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace has signed a contract to deliver naval strike missiles (NSM) and associated installed equipment to Denmark in a transaction valued at NOK 2.1 billion (approximately $193.5 million) the acquisition process is structured as a government-to-government (G2G) sale between the Danish Ministry of Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organisation (DALO) and the Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency (FMA) acquiring the missiles and equipment for its Iver Huitfeldt-class frigates said: “We are pleased to welcome Denmark to the group of countries that have selected the NSM underpinning its position as the anti-ship missile of choice for Nato navies.” commented: “This government-to-government agreement with Norway is a prime example of an efficient way to procure equipment quickly and smartly The missiles are a state-of-the-art replacement for the Harpoons that have served their purpose in Ukraine we are significantly strengthening the Royal Danish Navy’s combat capability in a key area.” Director of the Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency stated: “We were tasked to carry out this sale earlier this winter and have successfully concluded the agreement in record time This helps Denmark gain access to modern missiles from the Norwegian defence industry and demonstrates our ability to efficiently facilitate such agreements with our international partners.” Denmark has become the 14th country to select the NSM Kongsberg Discovery has completed acceptance testing of a HUGIN Superior Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) system for the Defense Innovation Unit and U.S The company completed acceptance testing one year after the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) awarded it a 24-month frame contract for large-diameter unmanned underwater vehicles (LDUUV) delivering the client’s first HUGIN Superior AUV The vehicle’s final testing was completed in Norway at the beginning of the year before being put in operation to provide real-world operational relevance and enhance the Navy’s undersea capabilities the DIU team performed a technology assessment culminating in quickly ordering and delivering a competent HUGIN AUV system Kongsberg’s HUGIN Superior is an AUV system actively used by commercial and military customers since 2019 It provides immediate operational capability for Subsea and Seabed Warfare (SSW) and inspection of critical undersea infrastructure at delivery with no required modifications Marine Technology Reporter is the world's largest audited subsea industry publication serving the offshore energy Marine Technology ENews is the subsea industry's largest circulation and most authoritative ENews Service delivered to your Email three times per week Kongsberg Maritime has signed at contract for the design of two UT7623 SEV design multipurpose subsea vessels for Fosnavåg, Norway-headquartered Olympic Group The “SEV” in the designation stands for “Sustainable Energy Vessel” and they will be methanol-ready and feature battery hybrid technology The first references for Kongsberg Maritime’s latest subsea construction vessel designs they will feature a fully integrated package of Kongsberg technology featuring advanced technologies that significantly exceed the requirements of the Paris Agreement The UT7623 SEV vessels are designed in close collaboration with Olympic and are set to be the most energy-efficient in their category Kongsberg Maritime’s expertise as an integrator ensures that these vessels are built for multiple purposes and optimised for advanced offshore operations under rough conditions Olympic has taken a leading role in the transition to environmentally and climate-friendly vessels The UT7623 SEV vessels are a testament to this commitment marking a new milestone in the company’s journey towards more sustainable operations we have always been at the forefront of innovation setting new standards for sustainable offshore operations,” says Olympic CEO and president Stig Remøy “The UT7623 SEV vessels build on our long-standing experience in renewable energy and oil and gas With Kongsberg Maritime’s cutting-edge technology we are once again delivering vessels that lead the industry forward.” “We are excited to deliver the UT7623 SEV vessels to Olympic,” says Per Kristian Furø, sales director at Kongsberg Maritime “These vessels represent the latest offering from our extensive ship design portfolio This new design exemplifies the qualities of next-generation ships through their innovative design They are vessels that not only meet but exceed the demands of modern offshore operations and will do so with extremely low fuel consumption.” Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace has announced a five-year procurement contract with the U.S Navy for the delivery of Naval Strike Missiles (NSM) marking the largest missile contract in Kongsberg’s history playing a central role in the Navy's Over-the-Horizon Weapons System (OTH-WS) program Littoral Combat Ships and the new Constellation-class frigates The missiles will also be provided as part of the US Marine Corps' Navy Marine Expeditionary Ship Interdiction System (NMESIS) program noting the company’s long-standing relationship with the United States as a key industry partner He emphasized the importance of the contract in strengthening defense capabilities for both the US and Norway The Kongsberg-developed NSM has been in service since 2012 and is known for its operational performance and survivability against enemy defenses The missile is currently used by several countries part of the Norwegian technology group Kongsberg has been selected as the exclusive satellite supplier for SpinLaunch’s Meridian Space constellation covers the delivery of 280 microsatellites to support a new low Earth orbit (LEO) broadband communication network The Meridian Space constellation aims to revolutionise space-based broadband by integrating a series of advanced technologies not previously used in commercial satellite networks It includes the development of two prototype satellites and the subsequent serial production of the full constellation are significantly lighter than most current communication satellites offering improved efficiency and performance This lighter design will enable higher broadband capacity per kilogram with each launch delivering global connectivity at terabits-per-second speeds Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace has also taken a minority stake in SpinLaunch to support the commercialisation of the Meridian project Targeting enterprise users in sectors such as maritime industrial operations and remote infrastructure the constellation aims to provide flexible The system is designed to be compatible with terminal-agnostic devices extending access to a wider range of users and applications SpinLaunch intends to scale the Meridian constellation to 1,200 satellites in the coming years as originally outlined in its 2021 filings “Kongsberg NanoAvionics brings a strong track record in small satellite manufacturing that aligns well with our goal of bringing a highly differentiated satcom constellation to market,” said David Wrenn Kongsberg NanoAvionics will expand its production capacity by establishing a new assembly and testing facility at its European headquarters in Vilnius “Our supply contract for Meridian is a clear example of how Kongsberg NanoAvionics enables complex satellite missions with standardised Cookie Policy Copyright © 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