Ulstein is a Norwegian company based in Ulsteinvik, in the municipality of Ulstein, in the county of Møre og Romsdal. The company was founded in 1917 by Lars Ulstein and has since become a significant player in the shipbuilding and design industry.
Ulstein specializes in designing and constructing special purpose vessels for a wide range of applications, including:
Oil and gas
Offshore wind
Research and rescue
Maritime security
Environmental protection
Ulstein is one of the leading companies in the shipbuilding and design sector, playing a vital role in the Norwegian economy and contributing to the growth of the Norwegian maritime industry.
Today, it is a global company with a presence worldwide. The company's client portfolio includes maritime operators from over 50 countries.
Innovations
Ulstein is renowned for its innovation. The company has developed a series of new technologies and solutions that enhance the efficiency and safety of vessels.
Some of the most important innovations include:
The X-Bow design (pictured below), which reduces water resistance and improves navigation efficiency;
The X-Stern design, which enhances vessel maneuverability;
The X-Mast design, which improves vessel visibility and safety.
Ulstein is also committed to developing new technologies for sustainability. The company is working on vessels powered by renewable energies such as wind and solar.
Commitment to Sustainability
Ulstein is committed to reducing the environmental impact of its activities. The company has implemented a series of measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other harmful emissions.
Some of the measures implemented include:
The use of more sustainable materials in vessel construction;
The installation of wastewater recycling systems;
The use of low-energy consumption technologies.
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