Brief Profiles of partners

An detailed description of each partner and WP coordinator information is found in the SEUS Annual reports.

NTNU

Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) is a globally focused university with main campuses in Trondheim, Gjøvik, and Ålesund. The university strongly emphasizes science and technology, offering a range of professional study programs and a wide breadth of academic subjects, including the humanities, social sciences, economics, medicine, health sciences, entrepreneurship, and artistic activities.

The Department of Ocean Operation and Civil Engineering (IHB) of NTNU is located in Ålesund. With the close industry ties with the maritime cluster in the region, IHB offers a unique education and experiential learning experience to students and researchers hoping to find synergy between technology, human factors, and business. Providing this unique industrial connection, IHB aims to be a global hub for knowledge and innovation in maritime operations.

For more detailed information, please take a look at NTNU/IHB

CADMATIC

Since the beginning of the SEUS project in 2023, Cadmatic’s aim has been to establish scalable software development and implementation teams for the new solution and aim for a market product as soon as possible. After the period of initial setup and roadmaps clarification, a dedicated development team was established. The software development process includes infrastructure for the development compliant with the work practices in the company and cyber security measures, a framework for alignment and communication with the technology partner, Contact Software, and alignment with product release practices. It includes the development repositories, architecture alignment, code review, and testing practices, all of which aim to have a ready-for customers’ product release.

The very first release of Wave product, which encapsulates the SEUS platform, was aligned with other Cadmatic products and prepared on 12 November 2024. Already before the official release a set of preliminary marketing materials were available for discussions with SEUS partners and potential users to facilitate the exploitation of the product. Significant interest from the industry indicated that the Cadmatic’s targets are aligned with demand, and numerous meetings were held to discuss industry input and needs. As Cadmatic always welcomes such input, it provided several valuable adjustments for the development priorities and also set a solid foundation for later exploitation of the project’s results.

For more detailed information, please take a look at CADMATIC

CONTACT

CONTACT is a leading vendor of open standard software and a pioneer of open source for product engineering and digital transformation. Our products enable project organization, reliable process implementation, and global collaboration based on virtual product models and their digital twins. 

CONTACT Project Office combines systematic planning and control of the entire project with agile collaboration within individual teams. It also intelligently merges complex delivery structures of engineering processes with conventional project elements. Additionally, CONTACT Collaboration Hub is particularly suitable for collaborating in engineering projects and integrating suppliers.

CONTACT’s product lifecycle system CIM Database facilitates the entire product lifecycle, from first designs to customer use. It combines product data management through virtual models and digital twins which enables companies to streamline their processes, reduce repetitive tasks, enhance their outcomes, and meet regulatory requirements.

However, shipbuilding companies need specialized solutions to perform their challenging tasks efficiently and at lower costs. As an independent unit of the CONTACT Software Group, CONTACT Research is well suited to meet the unique requirements of SEUS project. 

For more detailed information, please take a look at CONTACT

SARC

The Company SARC BV is a naval architectural software development company founded in 1980. They started with basic software and have since grown to a team of 15 experienced naval architects involved in software engineering and project management. SARC continues to invest in research and development to offer state-of-the-art solutions to clients.

SARC offers software called PIAS and LOCOPIAS for ship design and onboard use. The software complies with the latest legislation and classification societies demands. PIAS includes modules for hull design, decks, bulkheads, compartments, and probabilistic damage stability. 

Besides developing new software, SARC also offers project support for design offices, shipyards, ship owners or any other party that lacks time, capacity, knowledge or software. Using our in-house developed software as basis for project support, SARC can ensure expert and highly efficient use of software. 

For more detailed information, please take a look at SARC 

ULSTEIN

Ulstein is a third-generation family-owned company and an internationally renowned provider of ship designs, shipbuilding, and system solutions for ships. The company was founded in 1917 and is headquartered in Ulsteinvik, Norway.

Ulstein’s vision is to create tomorrow’s solutions for sustainable marine operations. Ulstein bases its work on a continuous exchange of knowledge and experience in the maritime cluster between energy companies, contractors, shipowners, designers, suppliers, and shipbuilders. The group provides cost-effective, safe and reliable products and services to future-oriented players who think holistically and long-term. Its solutions allow shipowners, operators and contractors to gain long-term competitiveness in their marine operations.

Ulstein’s values are Innovate, Engage and Advance. We are bold but disciplined when finding and turning new ideas into reality. We say yes to committed employees who help us solve the challenges facing Ulstein and the industry. We actively seek possibilities for further development and improvement.

For more detailed information, please take a look at ULSTEIN 

GONDAN

Since its founding in 1925, GONDAN Shipbuilders has evolved to become a benchmark in the marine industry. With a century of experience, the company has developed a wide variety of vessels, from offshore vessels and fishing boats to tugboats and passenger ferries. Its specialization in the manufacture of tailor-made boats, adapted to the needs of each client, has allowed it to combine traditional craftsmanship with the most advanced technologies.

GONDAN continues to consolidate its position as a benchmark in naval technology with the construction of its vessel 506, a state-of-the-art USV (Uncrewed Surface Vessel) designed to operate autonomously in offshore environments, optimizing offshore inspection and maintenance tasks with a notorious reduction of CO2 emissions. In addition, the company is building its 513 vessel, an OESV (Offshore Energy Support Vessel) designed to perform a wide range of offshore operations, including inspection, repair and maintenance, construction and cable laying, being the largest vessel built in the shipyard’s history. In line with its commitment to innovation, GONDAN has reinforced its production capacity with the incorporation of a second 3D welding robot for blocks, which allows increasing the level of automation, optimizing production times and shortening delivery times.

For more detailed information, please take a look at Gondan

NHL Stenden & MIWB

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences is a dynamic and innovative institution renowned for its commitment to excellence in education and research. With campuses in the Netherlands and internationally, NHL Stenden offers a diverse range of programs tailored to meet the demands of today’s global society. NHL Stenden cultivates a vibrant community where students from around the world come together to collaborate, innovate, and thrive. From cutting-edge facilities to industry partnerships, NHL Stenden prepares graduates to make meaningful contributions to their professions and communities.

The Maritime Institute Willem Barentsz (MIWB) on Terschelling, Netherlands, is a beacon of maritime education and research with over a century of esteemed history. Offering programs in maritime management, engineering, and navigation, MIWB prepares students for the dynamic demands of the global maritime industry. Under the guidance of experienced faculty and industry experts, students at MIWB benefit from practical training and cutting-edge facilities. 

For more detailed information, please take a look at NHL Stenden 

The University of Turku

The University of Turku (UTU), Finland’s second largest multidisciplinary university, is an internationally competitive research-led university. The UTU is recognized for the quality of research, teaching, and excellent support services. UTU offers study and research opportunities in eight faculties: Humanities, Technology, Science, Medicine, Law, Social Sciences, Education, and Turku School of Economics; and in four independent units. In the international QS ranking, the UTU is among the top 400 universities and is ranked the fifth best university in Finland (QS Ranking 2025). 

The Faculty of Technology that is involved in SEUS project was established 2021, and it is now one of the largest faculties of the UTU. The faculty consists of three departments: Computing, Biotechnology, and Mechanical and Materials Engineering. SEUS project belongs to the Maritime and seafaring thematic research area, which is one of the multi-disciplinary strategic profile areas of the UTU till the end of 2024. 

For more detailed information, please take a look at UTU