Offshore simulators for Haugesund Simulatorcenter

The offshore vessel simulator, which includes a main bridge with forward DNV class A and aft bridge configuration, is fully equipped with anchor handling and Dynamic Positioning (DP) functionalities. Integrated with the KONGSBERG K-Pos DP21, the offshore vessel simulator fulfills the Nautical Institute's DP training requirements, allowing for a reduction in training time at sea. Also included in the delivery is an assisting offshore vessel simulator that can be configured as a 2nd anchor handling vessel for team training of complex anchor handling operations.

The delivery also comprises a Kongsberg offshore crane simulator, which will be developed on the same technology platform and integrated with the offshore vessel simulator. The crane simulator will offer the possibility of team training in complex lifting operations, as well as 'stand alone' training for crane operators. For complex underwater operations, the offshore vessel simulator will also be interfaced with a GRL DeepTouch ROV (Remote Operating Vessel) simulator, representing an innovation in the offshore training industry.

The newly founded Haugesund Simulatorcenter, is 46% owned by ResQ, a group that represents four major regional ship owners at Haugalandet; Knutsen OAS Shipping AS, Solstad Shipping AS, Eidesvik AS and Johannes Ostensjo D.Y. AS. ResQ has in recent years become a major provider of security and emergency training for the maritime and oil & gas industry in Norway. Haugesund University College and DOF Management AS are also share holders in the new centre whilst Kongsberg Maritime's interests include a 15% share and one member of the board.