Gdańsk University of Technology partners with Hanwha Ocean on Arctic submarine operations research
Gdańsk University of Technology (GUT) and Hanwha Ocean have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on research focused on the safety and operational efficiency of submarines in ice-covered waters.
In brief
Gdańsk University of Technology and Hanwha Ocean signed a memorandum on research cooperation on the safety and efficiency of submarine operations in ice-covered waters. Gdańsk University of Technology will act as an advisory partner in the project run by Hanwha Ocean together with the Finnish company Aker Arctic Technology Oy, verifying the model testing methodology and assessing the simulation parameters of ice conditions with reference to the Baltic Sea. Professor Krzysztof Wilde, rector of Gdańsk University of Technology, pointed to new prospects in Arctic research.
- Strengthening our cooperation with Hanwha Ocean opens new opportunities in Arctic research and maritime technology. Our expertise in marine engineering will allow us to contribute significantly to this international research project, said Prof. Krzysztof Wilde, Rector of Gdańsk University of Technology.
Under the MoU, GUT will serve as an advisory partner in the project, led by Hanwha Ocean in cooperation with Finnish firm Aker Arctic Technology Oy. The university’s involvement includes:
- Verification of model testing methodologies,
- Assessment of ice condition simulation parameters relevant to the Baltic Sea,
- Support in the analysis of test results,
- Potential expansion of collaboration in subsequent project phases.
- Partnering with Gdańsk University of Technology allows us to strengthen the regional dimension of our research and ensure the highest quality scientific analysis in submarine operations under extreme conditions, emphasized Charlie SC Eoh, President and COO of Naval Ship Business at Hanwha Ocean.
This agreement represents another step in Hanwha Ocean’s growing collaboration with Polish partners in the field of innovative maritime and defense technologies.
Source: Gazeta Morska · Compiled by: Kamil Kusier
Related articles
Energy and offshore Equinor takes over Bałtyk 2 and 3 O&M base in Łeba. Port to serve 1.44 GW of offshore wind for 30 years 
Navy and defence Port Gdański Eksploatacja secures NATO NCAGE code. Gdańsk port company lines up for defence tenders 
Shipbuilding industry Ex-Enterprise towed to Mobile under $418.5m contract. Test case for Nimitz-class disposal begins 
Energy and offshore Energa renames Gdańsk gas plant company as foundations for 6,000-tonne turbine and boiler are laid 
Equipment and technology WB Group takes Polish drones from Tokyo to SOFEX in Jordan in a single week 
Ports and logistics PGE books Gdańsk’s T5 terminal for the long haul: Baltica 2 first, then more offshore wind farms
Comments (0)
The discussion is moderated by the editors: a comment appears after review. Your e-mail address is not published.
Nobody has commented on this article yet.