NTNU Ocean Training AS

What NTNU Ocean Training AS does

NTNU Ocean Training AS is a Norwegian maritime training company and wholly-owned subsidiary of NTNU Aalesund (Norwegian University of Science and Technology), headquartered at the university's Ålesund campus. Founded in 2011, the company delivers certified simulator-based and classroom training for maritime officers and crew, with a course portfolio spanning Dynamic Positioning (DP) induction and revalidation, Anchor Handling Team Training, Polar Code Basic and Advanced navigation, Hurtigbåt (fast boat) basic and refresher courses, Cargo Handling, Stability for Offshore Vessels, and Wellboat Operations for Fish Welfare. Curriculum and content are developed by NTNU Aalesund's Department of Ocean Operations and Civil Engineering (IHB), which also runs the university's Nautical Studies degree programs.

The company operates K-Sim DP simulators and a dedicated Anchor Handling simulator (supplied by Offshore Simulator Centre) at its Ålesund headquarters and the Fosnavåg Ocean Centre training site. It is accredited as an approved Dynamic Positioning Training Center by the Nautical Institute (renewed without findings in May 2024), and holds approvals from DNV, the Norwegian Maritime Authority (Sjøfartsdirektoratet), and Achilles. Course pricing is unit-based, ranging from approximately 17,200 NOK for individual scheduled courses up to 195,000 NOK for company-specific Anchor Handling team training engagements.

NTNU Ocean Training serves Norwegian and international maritime enterprise customers including Island Offshore, Fjord1, Siem Offshore, DOF Management, Bourbon, Havila, Olympic, REM, and Remøy Group, with distribution through direct website enrollment for scheduled courses and direct enterprise sales for company-specific programs. The GTM motion combines self-serve booking via a Frontcore-powered portal for individuals and course coordinators, and direct sales for fleet operators requiring tailored crew training tied to contract or certification needs. The firm employs 7 people and operates exclusively within Norway.

Name

NTNU Ocean Training AS

Legal name

NTNU Ocean Training AS

Website

https://ocean-training.no

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

NTNU Ocean Training AS is a Norwegian maritime training subsidiary of NTNU Aalesund delivering Nautical Institute-accredited simulator-based courses in Dynamic Positioning, Anchor Handling, Polar Waters, and fast-boat operations to offshore fleet operators, merchant crews, and ferry companies across Norway.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Maritime Training Services

NAICS

Apprenticeship Training (611513), Other Support Activities for Water Transportation (48839)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Water Transportation (4400)

akta.pro primary industry

Navigation, Seamanship & Offshore Operations (EDAOANAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Marine Engineering & Engine Room Operations (EDAOANAB), Merchant Marine & Deck Operations (EDAOANAA), Maritime Safety Management Systems & Training (ISM/ISO 45001, Drills, Competency) (TLAHANAF), Naval Training, Simulation & Shore-Based Test Facilities (IMAJABAN)

Keywords

• Maritime training services
• Offshore safety courses
• Dynamic positioning training
• Anchor handling training
• Polar code training

Headquarters

HQ city

Ålesund

HQ country

Norway

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Maritime Training Courses: Professional training courses for maritime officers and crew including DP certification, anchor handling, polar waters operation, and high-speed boat training. Revenue generated through course fees paid by individuals or companies.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

NTNU Ocean Training AS provides accredited maritime and offshore training courses for professional officers and crew, including DP revalidation, anchor handling team training, polar waters (basic and advanced), fast boat handling, wellboat operations, stability for offshore vessels, and 3D modeling. Courses are delivered in Ålesund, Norway, using K-Sim simulator equipment and are approved by the Nautical Institute, DNV, the Norwegian Maritime Authority, and Achilles.

Product overview

NTNU Ocean Training AS offers maritime training and courses primarily as instructor-led classroom and simulator-based programs. The portfolio includes Dynamic Positioning (DP) courses (DP Revalidation), Anchor Handling Team Training, Polar Waters navigation courses (Basic and Advanced levels), Fast Boat (Hurtigbåt) training programs (Basic and Retraining), Wellboat Operations for Fish Welfare, 3D Modeling and Visualization, and Cargo handling courses. Courses are delivered at NTNU facilities in Ålesund and Fosnavåg, Norway, combining classroom teaching with practical simulator exercises. Training categories span Navigation, Dynamic Positioning, Crew Resource Management (BRM/ERM), Ship Operations, Team Performance, and Company-Specific training. The company is approved by The Nautical Institute, DNV, and the Norwegian Maritime Authority (Sjøfartsdirektoratet).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• DP Revalidation Course Revalidates dynamic positioning operator certification for maritime officers through Nautical Institute-approved simulator-based training.
• Anchor Handling Team Training Trains anchor handling teams for offshore vessel operations, delivered as simulator-based and practical exercises for fleet operators.
• Polar Waters Basic Training Provides basic-level Polar Code training for maritime officers and crew operating in polar waters.
• Polar Waters Advanced Training Provides advanced-level Polar Code training for maritime officers and crew operating in polar waters.
• Fast Boat Training Trains maritime crews in fast boat handling operations for offshore and crew transfer use cases.
• Wellboat Operations Training Delivers operational training for crews serving on wellboat vessels used in the aquaculture industry.
• 3D Modeling Course Provides 3D modeling training for maritime professionals, supporting vessel design and operational planning use cases.
• Stability Course for Offshore Vessels Trains maritime officers and crew on stability principles for offshore vessels.

Quantifiable outcome

• Nautical Institute audit renewal without any findings (May 2024)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NTNU Aalesund (Norwegian University of Science and Technology)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNTNU Aalesund owns NTNU Ocean Training AS. Courses and content developed by Department of Ocean Operations and Civil Engineering (IHB) which runs the Bachelor- and Master-level Nautical Studies program.
• Norwegian Maritime Competence Centre (NMK)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-located at NMK facility. Together with NMK and Global Centre of Expertise, comprise Campus Aalesund for maritime training and education.
• Global Centre of Expertise (NC Maritime)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the maritime competence cluster at Campus Aalesund, contributing to Norwegian maritime education and training ecosystem.
• Siem OffshoreminorOthersCustomer who participated in Anchor Handling Team Training for crew following new contract award. First course run since 2015.
• MMC First ProcessminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerContributed knowledge about fish handling for new course on well boat operations for fish welfare, developed jointly with Institute of Biological Sciences and Institute of Marine Operations.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Maersk Training: Global maritime, offshore, and wind training provider with multiple simulator centers. Directly competes in DP, STCW, and offshore crew training with significant international footprint.
• Kongsberg Maritime Training: Provides K-Sim DP and full maritime simulator training globally. Direct competitor to NTNU Ocean Training in DP certification and maritime simulator courses, with broader geographic reach and direct ownership of the K-Sim platform used by NTNU Ocean Training.
• Offshore Simulator Centre (OSC): Norwegian operator of offshore and maritime simulator-based training; already a supplier of Anchor Handling Simulator equipment to NTNU Ocean Training. Directly comparable in simulator-led anchor handling and offshore crew training.
• Falck Nutec: Major offshore and maritime safety training provider with simulator facilities across multiple countries. Direct competitor in DP, BRM/ERM, and offshore safety training.
• Wärtsilä Land & Sea Academy: Maritime training arm of Wärtsilä offering simulator-based engine room and ship operation courses. Comparable in simulator-based maritime training with a wider portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Ocean Technologies Group: Parent of Seagull Maritime and Videotel, providing maritime e-learning, compliance, and crew training solutions. Adjacent competitor in maritime crew training with broader digital delivery and content distribution.
• OPiTO (formerly OPITO): Standards body and training organization for the offshore energy sector. Sets standards used by NTNU Ocean Training's offshore customers and works with multiple training providers globally.
• SURVITEC Training & Services: Maritime safety equipment and training provider offering offshore and STCW-aligned courses. Broader incumbent in maritime safety training with overlap in offshore crew training.
• KVH Videotel: Maritime e-learning and training content provider serving shipping companies. Adjacent incumbent delivering digital maritime training and regulatory compliance content.

Emerging players

• Lerus: Maritime simulator training provider with growing international footprint. Comparable in DP and ship handling simulator courses, focused on select global hubs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/NTNU-Ocean-Training-198751003478179
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ntnu-ocean-training-as

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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