Maritime updates: news and insights

Kongsberg Maritime to strengthen marine propulsion offering through acquisition of Berg Propulsion

Kongsberg Maritime ASA (OSE: KMAR) today announced an agreement to acquire the Swedish company Berg Propulsion AB. The company is a leading designer and manufacturer of integrated propulsion and electrical systems for the maritime market.

KONGSBERG, Kongsberg Maritime, British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) Announce Landmark 76.5 MCAD Marine Innovation Simulation Centre of Excellence in Support of Canada’s Defense Industrial Strategy

KONGSBERG, Kongsberg Maritime, and BCIT are pleased to announce a significant investment that will establish the Marine Innovation Simulation Centre of Excellence (MISE) in British Columbia. The initiative is designed to strengthen maritime innovation and skills development, support ongoing research and development, while building on key objectives outlined in Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy.

New EU project to cut emissions and fuel costs through wind propulsion in shipping

Image coutesy of Ruben Soltvedt. AWESOME — Advanced Wind Energy System Optimisation & Monitoring for Efficiency - is a Horizon Europe project that delivers validated tools, standardised methodologies and real-world performance data to reduce uncertainty around wind-assisted propulsion systems (WAPS). This enables shipowners and regulators to make informed decisions, lowering investment risk and accelerating the adoption of cost-effective emission reduction solutions in shipping.

DNV and Kongsberg Maritime enable standardised Operational Vessel Data exchange

DNV and Kongsberg Maritime have entered into an agreement to enable secure, standardised exchange of Operational Vessel Data (OVD) between Kongsberg Maritime’s digital fleet management solution and DNV’s Veracity platform.

Where support builds trust

As a field engineer, Matheus steps into situations where technology, people and operations meet in real time. 

Electrical engineering with real-world impact

Sigurd and Eirik work with some of our most complex electrical questions - while helping others learn, improve and make systems safer in practice. 

An electric avenue to greener ships

Improved technology and new regulations are the driving force behind a move towards fully electric vessels, with Kongsberg Maritime at the heart of the action.  

Evolving maritime training through retrofit and partnership

At the National Maritime College of Ireland (NMCI), Ireland’s national centre of excellence in maritime education and training, simulation is not an add-on — it is central to how future maritime professionals are prepared for life at sea.

Kongsberg Maritime receives DNV Statement of Compliance for new Höegh Aurora Engine Room Simulator model

Kongsberg Maritime has received a DNV Simulator Statement of Compliance for its new Engine Room Simulator (ERS) model based on Höegh Aurora (CO₂ Pilot), a flagship vessel in Höegh Autoliners’ Aurora Class.

Propulsion contract for US Coast Guard OPC program

Kongsberg Maritime has won a contract with Austal USA to supply its Promas propulsion system to the next four ships in the United States Coast Guard’s Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC) Heritage Class program.

Q1 2026: Solid operations and good order intake

Kongsberg Maritime ASA (OSE: KMAR) today announced its first quarterly results as an independent listed company, following its separation from KONGSBERG on 23 April 2026. 

Electric tug project for Svitzer

Kongsberg Maritime has secured a contract from Cochin Shipyard Ltd. (CSL) to deliver a fully integrated equipment and technology package for Svitzer’s next generation of full‑electric TRAnsverse tugs. The contract covers four vessels, with options for four additional units, and represents a significant step in Svitzer’s strategy to advance efficient, zero‑emission harbour and terminal towage.