UPTIME International

What UPTIME International does

UPTIME International AS is a Norwegian private limited company headquartered in Avaldsnes (Haugesund) with a secondary office in Aalesund, founded in 2011 and operating in the offshore energy sector. The company designs, manufactures, sells, and rents motion compensated gangway and logistics systems (18-57m in length) for offshore wind installation/service vessels and oil & gas platform operators, with both active (AMC) and passive (PMC) compensation variants. Its products enable safe personnel and cargo transfer in sea conditions up to 3.5m Hs wave height and 20 m/s wind, with stated operational uptime above 99%.

The technology stack combines mechanical motion compensation with an emerging software layer — the UPTIME Digital Ecosystem — comprising Control, Collaborate, Track, and Trolley modules for gangway management, digital personnel/equipment tracking, and automated pallet logistics. The portfolio also includes AI-assisted operation and autonomous landing capabilities, a 3D crane function (SWL 500kg), and a 1000kg cargo elevator. Products hold DNV-ST-0358 Type 1 and Type 2 certification and the company maintains ISO 9001 quality certification.

UPTIME generates revenue through three streams: (1) one-time capital sales of gangway systems ranging 23.4m-57.5m; (2) recurring rental of the UPTIME 23.4m AMC Access System with optional operators and worldwide mobilization; and (3) professional services including Uptime Total Care support packages and Uptime Academy operator certification. The customer base spans 20+ named enterprise offshore operators across Norway, Europe, and the U.S. Gulf (including Solstad, Edda Wind, Norwind Offshore, Esvagt, Hornbeck Offshore, and Vestland), with the company participating in industry associations Norwegian Offshore Wind (NOW) and WindEurope.

Name

UPTIME International

Legal name

UPTIME International AS

Website

https://uptime.no

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

UPTIME International AS is a Norwegian vendor of motion compensated gangway and logistics systems (18-57m) for offshore wind and oil & gas vessel operators, offering capital sales, rentals, digital ecosystem software, and certified support services globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Kopervik

HQ country

Norway

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Gangway and Logistics System Sales: Sale of motion compensated gangways ranging from 18-57m for offshore wind and oil & gas applications. Systems include active (AMC) and passive (PMC) motion compensation variants. Includes newbuild installation and integration services.
2. Equipment Rental: Rental of UPTIME 23.4m AMC Access Systems for offshore projects. Optional operators available. Rental includes worldwide mobilization and quick installation.
3. Services (Technical Support, Upgrades, Training): Technical support, upgrades, and training services including Uptime Academy operator certification and Uptime Total Care service packages.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

UPTIME International AS designs, manufactures, sells, and rents motion compensated gangway and logistics systems that enable safe transfer of personnel and cargo between vessels and offshore structures in the offshore wind and oil & gas sectors. Systems range from 18–57m in length and include both Active Motion Compensation (AMC) and Passive Motion Compensation (PMC) variants, supported by a digital ecosystem for control and tracking.

Product overview

UPTIME International is the global leader in safe motion compensated logistics solutions for sale and rental to the Offshore Wind and Oil & Gas industries. The portfolio comprises active motion compensated (AMC) and passive motion compensated (PMC) gangway systems ranging from 23.4m to 57.5m in length. For Offshore Wind, products include the 23.4m AMC Logistics System, 30m Autonomous Logistics System, and 40m PMC Logistics System. For Oil & Gas, offerings include the 23.4m AMC/PMC Logistics System, 30m AMC Type 1, and 46.5m PMC Logistics System. The UPTIME Digital Ecosystem provides software modules (Control, Collaborate, Track, Trolley) for gangway control, digital tracking of personnel/equipment, and automated pallet movement. Supporting services include UPTIME Academy training and UPTIME Total Care support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 23.4m AMC Logistics System (Offshore Wind) Active motion compensated logistics system for offshore wind vessel-to-structure access, 23.4m in length with 3D crane function (SWL 500kg) and cargo elevator (SWL 1000kg) capabilities. Designed for WTIV and SOV/CSOV operators.
• 30m Autonomous Logistics System (Offshore Wind) New generation autonomous logistics system for offshore wind, 30m in length, featuring autonomous landing capabilities and AI-powered operation.
• 40m PMC Logistics System (Offshore Wind) Passive motion compensated logistics system for offshore wind applications, 40m in length, providing reliable access with simpler mechanical design.
• 23.4m AMC/PMC Logistics System (Oil & Gas) Active and passive motion compensated logistics system for oil & gas vessel access, 23.4m in length.
• 30m AMC Type 1 Autonomous Logistics System (Oil & Gas) Active motion compensated autonomous logistics system for oil & gas applications, 30m in length, DNV-ST-0358 Type 1 certified.
• 46.5m PMC Logistics System (Oil & Gas) Passive motion compensated logistics system for oil & gas, 46.5m in length.
• UPTIME Digital Ecosystem Integrated digital platform providing gangway control, digital tracking of personnel and equipment moving over the gangway, and an automated pallet robot (Trolley) for logistics automation. Sold as a standalone ecosystem to offshore wind and oil & gas operators.
• Equipment Rental (UPTIME 23.4m AMC Access Systems) Rental of UPTIME 23.4m AMC Access Systems for offshore projects. Optional operators available; rental includes worldwide mobilization and quick installation. Operational up to 3.5m Hs wave heights and 20m/s wind speeds.
• UPTIME Academy Training and certification services for operators to ensure safe operation of UPTIME gangway and logistics systems during varying offshore conditions.
• UPTIME Total Care Comprehensive service and support package providing ongoing maintenance, technical support, and operational support for UPTIME gangway and logistics systems.

Quantifiable outcome

• Max wave height operational: 3.5m Hs
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers23 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• KenzFigee: Dutch manufacturer of offshore cranes, access systems, and motion-compensated gangways used on offshore vessels. Targets the same offshore wind SOV/CSOV and O&G platform customers as UPTIME.
• Huisman: Dutch heavy equipment manufacturer producing offshore cranes, gangways, and motion-compensated systems for marine and offshore energy applications. Competes for the same vessel outfitting contracts.
• Ampelmann: Dutch-headquartered manufacturer of motion-compensated offshore access systems. Closest direct competitor to UPTIME in gangways for crew transfer, serving overlapping offshore wind and O&G operator customers.

Broad incumbents

• Wärtsilä: Finnish marine technology and services major supplying vessel systems and lifecycle services to offshore operators. Comparable as a broad incumbent marine supplier with overlapping offshore energy customer base.
• Kongsberg Maritime: Norwegian-headquartered marine technology supplier of vessel automation, dynamic positioning, and integrated bridge systems. Broadly comparable as an incumbent technology vendor into offshore operator newbuilds.
• Ulstein: Norwegian shipbuilder and ship design house with strong offshore wind vessel portfolio. Closely aligned with UPTIME's customer base of offshore operators in Northern Europe and overlaps on vessel outfitting integrations.
• Vroon: Dutch offshore vessel operator (SOVs, PSVs, walk-to-work vessels) that is both a UPTIME customer and an integrated competitor in vessel-deployed offshore access solutions.
• Damen Shipyards: Dutch shipbuilder with active SOV/CSOV portfolio serving offshore wind operators. Comparable as a scaled European incumbent in the offshore vessel ecosystem where UPTIME's gangways are installed.

Regional players

• Bourbon Offshore: French-headquartered offshore vessel operator with focus on Africa, Brazil, and Mediterranean. Overlap is indirect — same vessel operator customer archetype but different regional footprint than UPTIME's Northern European core.

Emerging players

• MJR Power & Automation: UK-based smaller manufacturer of motion-compensated systems and offshore access equipment. Niche competitor with overlapping product positioning to UPTIME's gangway offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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