Established in 1974, Polarkonsult AS is one of the major independent ship design consultant companies in Norway. The main fields of the company are ship design and marine engineering. Polarkonsult covers most types of ship designs, from small fishing vessels to large cargo carriers. Polarkonsult specializes in tailor-made designs for its clients in the global market. Professional confidentiality is an important Polarkonsult strategy throughout the entire design process.
Designs for the Future
Polarkonsult AS delivers innovative ship designs to the global market. The company covers a wide range of ship types, which include:
• Bulk carriers and tankers
• Container carriers
• Heavy lift ships
• Passenger vessels and ferries
• Tugs and icebreakers
• Offshore service vessels
• Seismic research vessels
• Fishing vessels
Services
Polarkonsult covers all aspects of naval architecture for modern shipbuilding and conversions, including:
• Conceptual studies
• General ship design
• Class drawings
• Structural engineering/FEM analyses
• Lines fairing, 3D workshop drawings and lofting
• Machinery systems engineering
• Stability calculations
• Inspection and surveying
• Project management/Contract negotiation
Reliable Computer Technology
To maintain a high professional standard, advanced computer technology is one of Polarkonsult’s main business strategies. Available software comprises:
• Tribon M3, 3D system
• DNV Sesam/Nauticus
• Autocad/Inventor drafting
• Ship shape stability and loading computer
Professions & Network
There are 30 people on Polarkonsult’s staff. Polarkonsult’s personnel come from a wide range of professions within naval architecture, structural design and engineering, machinery engineering, piping, etc. A wide range of skills ensures that Polarkonsult is competent when following the process of a new building through all stages – design, detailed engineering, inspection and testing.
A wide global network makes Polarkonsult professionals capable of providing competitive shipbuilding concepts for all of its customers – shipowners and yards.
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
