VARD Engineering & Design
Ship Design (VARD-Series)
Tailor-made ship design and engineering, organized in VARD-Series by market segment, with analysis, 3D visual engineering and model testing.
Description
VARD develops concepts and designs vessels for the offshore, renewable energy, navy, fishery and cruise industries. Designs are grouped into VARD-Series streams by market segment. For example, the VARD 1-Series covers Platform Supply Vessels focused on cargo capacity, advanced maneuvering and low fuel consumption, with engine and propulsion configuration adapted to each client.
Key features
- Concept and design
- Advanced analysis to integrate power systems and deck equipment
- 3D visual engineering with the customer
- Ship model testing for design and R&D
The design process includes:
Design work is led by Vard Design & Engineering in Ålesund, which celebrated 25 years in 2025.
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