Modern ships are designed and constructed to obtain optimal capabilities with regard to transport technology, environmental demands and service economics. Still, it is important that the ship is operated in such a way that its features are fully utilised during the various operational conditions. SSPA has extensive lengthy experience of designing and developing ships and marine structures. In parallel, SSPA provides world-class solid experience within the field of marine operations, i.e. how to maneuver and operate a ship in a given environment.

Areas of engagement are for example:

• Conceptual analysis due to safety, environment and economy
• Transport studies
• Advice at rebuilding
• Operability curves
• Route planning
• Crew training
• Cargo lashing and securing
• Manoeuvre simulations
• Accident investigation
• Fairway analysis
• Seakeeping analysis
• Terminal layout and operations