Stiftelsen Christian Radich

What Stiftelsen Christian Radich does

Stiftelsen Christian Radich is a Norwegian non-profit foundation (stiftelse) established in 1937 that owns and operates the full-rigged sailing ship S.S. Christian Radich, headquartered at Akershusstranda 9, Skur 32, Oslo. The foundation operates one of the world's most prominent historic tall ships, positioned as Norway's "sailing ambassador" with a 90-year heritage. Core operations span three product lines: (1) voyage and event experiences — including the 12-stage 2027 Jubilee Cruise along the Norwegian coast, fjord cruises, corporate team building, school cruises, and wedding events with capacity up to 240 passengers; (2) the Windjammer youth development program (launched 2018) targeting 16-30 year-olds not in education, training, or employment, structured as 6 voyages per year with 40 participants each, priced at 100,000 NOK per participant; and (3) the Windjammer Lettmatroskurs (Able Seaman Course), a vocational maritime training program launched in 2024 at 120,000 NOK delivering STCW certification and approximately 1,000 supervised practice hours.

The organization monetizes through ticket sales, program fees (often funded via NAV, child welfare services, or scholarships from the Windjammer Lauget donor guild), branded merchandise through Shopify e-commerce, and a tiered Friends of Christian Radich membership program (350-5,500 NOK). Customer segments are diversified across at-risk youth, corporations, schools, wedding planners, and aspiring maritime professionals. Distribution is exclusively direct-to-consumer via radich.no, with no third-party resellers. Operational technology is traditional maritime (watch-team crew rotations, sail handling) layered on a modern admin stack (Shopify, Superoffice CRM, MailChimp) — there is no AI/ML capability evidenced. The foundation is supported by a donor ecosystem including Stiftelsen Norsk Maritim Kompetanse, Oslo Maritime Stiftelse, Bergesen Stiftelsen, Sea1 Offshore, and the Friends of Christian Radich association, with strategic partnerships including NAV (Norwegian Labour and Welfare Administration) and Redningsselskapet for the 2027 Jubilee. The ship is scheduled for shipyard maintenance during 2026, with full operations resuming for the 90th anniversary in 2027.

Name

Stiftelsen Christian Radich

Legal name

Stiftelsen Christian Radich

Website

https://radich.no

Company type

Private

Founded year

1937

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Stiftelsen Christian Radich is a Norwegian non-profit foundation operating the historic 1937 full-rigged tall ship Christian Radich, offering sailing voyages, youth development programs (Windjammer), maritime training (Lettmatroskurs), and event charters to youth, corporates, schools, and wedding clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Maritime Training and Sailing Experiences

NAICS

Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water (48721)

SIC

Water Transportation (4400)

akta.pro primary industry

Luxury Sailing Cruises (Windjammers & Tall Ships) (THAEADAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Luxury Yacht & Small-Ship Expedition Cruises (THAEABAF), Cabin Charters & Shared Yacht Trips (THAEADAH), Sailing Experiences (Lessons, Regattas, Day Sails) (THAJAJAG), Sailing & Rigging Retail (Sailboats, Sails, Hardware) (CRAMAIAG)

Keywords

• Tall ship sailing
• Maritime training
• Youth development programs
• Corporate team building cruises
• Historical vessel experiences

Headquarters

HQ city

Oslo

HQ country

Norway

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Voyage and Cruise Tickets: Revenue from selling passage on sailing voyages, including the Anniversary Cruise 2027 (stages priced 9,900-14,900 NOK), fjord tours, and multi-day cruises. Customers participate as co-sailors, contributing to ship operations.
2. Windjammer Program Fees: The Windjammer Life Skills program costs 100,000 NOK per participant, including onboarding, 1-month voyage, meals, accommodation, and work clothing. Funded through private payment, NAV, child welfare services, or scholarships.
3. Lettmatroskurs Training Fees: The Able Seaman course costs 120,000 NOK, covering approximately 1000 hours of supervised practice aboard and 70 hours of external courses including STCW certifications.
4. Online Store (Merchandise): Sale of maritime-themed merchandise including Devold wool sweaters (2,400 NOK), Sou'wester hats (299 NOK), caps (340 NOK), and other souvenirs. Revenue from physical goods sales.
5. Friends' Association Memberships: Annual memberships providing discounts on voyages and merchandise. Individual 350 NOK/year, Family 550 NOK/year, Lifetime 5,500 NOK, Corporate 2,500-5,000 NOK/year. Members receive 10-25% discounts on cruises.
6. Corporate Events and Charter: Team building programs (30-65 people), school cruises (60-80 students), wedding events (up to 250 guests), and ship charter for corporate functions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Stiftelsen Christian Radich operates the historic full-rigged sailing ship Christian Radich from Oslo, offering transformational sailing experiences including the Windjammer youth development program, Lettmatroskurs maritime training, voyage cruises, corporate team building, fjord tours, school cruises, and weddings aboard the vessel. The foundation also sells branded maritime merchandise and operates a Friends' Association membership program supporting ship preservation.

Product overview

Stiftelsen Christian Radich operates a historic full-rigged sailing ship offering maritime experiences and training programs. The core offering centers on the S.S. Christian Radich vessel, with three main product lines: (1) Voyage experiences including the 2027 Anniversary Cruise (Jubilee Cruise 2027) with 12 stages along the Norwegian coast, Fjord Cruises, and Events such as Weddings and Team Building; (2) Windjammer programs - Life Skills (seagoing voyages for youth aged 16-30 not in education/work) and the Lettmatros (Able Seaman) course for maritime career training; (3) An Online Store selling branded merchandise including wool sweaters, Sou'wester hats, caps, and rib-knit hats. The ship operates as Norway's sailing ambassador, combining traditional maritime heritage with youth development and educational programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Windjammer: A youth development program for 16-30 year olds not in education, training, or employment, offering a month at sea aboard Christian Radich to build motivation and life skills.
• Windjammer Lettmatroskurs
• Christian Radichs Venner (Friends of Christian Radich)

Products and services

• Jubilee Cruise 2027 A 12-stage anniversary sailing voyage along the Norwegian coast celebrating the Christian Radich's 90th anniversary, offering passengers the chance to participate as crew members across multiple stages from Oslo to Tromsø and back.
• Windjammer Life Skills Program A 4-week seagoing voyage program for youth aged 16-30 not in education, training, or employment, combining sailing participation with personal development, teamwork, and goal-setting. Program fee is 100,000 NOK per participant.
• Windjammer Lettmatroskurs (Able Seaman Course) A maritime training course qualifying participants for work at sea as an Able Seaman, including STCW safety certifications, bridge watch training, and crisis management. Approximately 4 months in duration with 1000+ hours of supervised onboard practice.
• Fjord Cruises Day and evening trips aboard Christian Radich through the Oslo Fjord and along the Norwegian coast, with participants sailing as crew members in watch teams.
• School Cruise Educational voyages for 9th and 10th grade students lasting 3-5 days, combining seamanship, teamwork, and hands-on sailing operations in Norwegian waters.
• Team Building Corporate team building experiences where employees join as watch teams sailing day and night, with all training provided by the professional crew. Suitable for groups of 30-65 people.
• Wedding Wedding ceremonies and celebrations aboard the sailing ship, with options for overnight stays up to 80 guests, day fjord weddings up to 150 guests, and summer parties up to 250 guests.
• Ship Charter Private charter of the Christian Radich for large events and networking, with capacity up to 240 passengers for day or evening trips in the Oslo Fjord with catering and entertainment options.
• Devold High Neck Wool Sweater Branded 100% wool sweater made by Devold in Norway, inspired by Fridtjof Nansen, available in sizes Small to XXL. Priced at 2,400 NOK.
• Friends of Christian Radich Membership Annual membership program supporting preservation of the Christian Radich, with benefits including 10-25% discounts on voyages, fjord cruises, and merchandise. Membership tiers include Individual, Family, Lifetime, and Corporate.

Quantifiable outcome

• 90% of Windjammer participants complete the voyage
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Norwegian Society for Sea Rescue (Redningsselskapet)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 June 2027Co-hosting the 2027 Jubilee cruise celebrating the 90th anniversary of Christian Radich. The partnership combines Norway's sailing ambassador with the sea rescue organization to visit the entire Norwegian coast, large cities and small towns.
• NAV (Norwegian Labour and Welfare Administration)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment agency that refers youth participants to Windjammer program and may provide funding through work clarification programs.
• Alluvio (Synne Rønning and Gard Hongslo)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerYouth support professionals who co-lead Windjammer onboarding sessions, contributing expertise in communication, personalities, and team building.
• NSTA (Norwegian Sailing Training Alliance)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAwards scholarships to youth aged 15-25 for Tall Ships Races. Supports young people who want to participate in sailing but lack sufficient funds.
• Friends of Christian RadichcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe membership organization has contributed significant financial support to the ship over the years through membership fees, funding voyages and programs.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Tall Ships Youth Trust: UK-based charity operating square-rigged vessels for youth sail training and personal development; directly comparable to Christian Radich's Windjammer program mission and target demographic.
• Götheborg: Swedish foundation operating the replica East Indiaman Götheborg as a sailing cultural heritage vessel with public sailings; comparable in foundation structure, historic vessel operation, and educational sailings.
• Statsraad Lehmkuhl: Norwegian foundation operating the three-masted barque Statsraad Lehmkuhl as a sail training vessel and sailing ambassador — the closest direct analogue to Christian Radich in mission, vessel class, and Norwegian tall-ship operations.
• Sørlandet: Norwegian foundation running the full-rigged ship Sørlandet for sail training and youth programs in Kristiansand, directly comparable in vessel type, non-profit foundation model, and youth voyage offerings.
• Eye of the Wind: Tall-ship sailing cruise operator offering windjammer-style voyages with passenger participation in sailing; comparable in square-rig passenger experience and cabin-charter model.

Broad incumbents

• Star Clippers: Commercial tall-ship and square-rig sailing cruise line operating Star Clipper, Royal Clipper, and Star Flyer; comparable ship-style cruising experience to Christian Radich's passenger voyages, but as a for-profit multi-ship operator.
• Windstar Cruises: Small-ship sailing cruise line with motor-sail yachts offering boutique cruise experiences; overlaps with Christian Radich's fjord cruise and event charter segments but with motorized vessels rather than full-rig.
• Sea Cloud Cruises: Operates luxury sailing cruise ships (Sea Cloud, Sea Cloud II) offering windjammer-style voyages to affluent travelers; comparable in tall-ship sailing experience category but at a luxury commercial scale rather than foundation/youth focus.

Others

• STO - Stiftelsen Norsk Sjømannskirke: Norwegian foundation supporting seafarers and maritime welfare; relevant as a comparable Norwegian stiftelse funding model and potential partner for Christian Radich's maritime training programs.
• Sail Training International: International non-profit organizing Tall Ships Races and youth sail training events; comparable ecosystem participation as Christian Radich competes in Tall Ships Races and partners with NSTA.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/skutaradich
• Facebookfacebook.com/seilskipetchristianradich
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/stiftelsen-christian-radich

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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