Kongsberg acquires Global Sim

Kongsberg Maritime in Norway has acquired the Draper, Utah based technology enterprise Global Sim for approximately NOK 100 million. Global Sim delivers products and services in the field of crane simulation for the training of crane operators around the world and holds a market leader position in maritime crane simulation. The acquisition extends Kongsberg Maritime’s portfolio and will further strengthen the company’s position as a leader within the field of Maritime Simulation and Training.

In addition to Global Sim’s leading position in crane simulation, the company has a core competence in delivering immersive training simulators, currently being delivered to the US Navy. The technology and competence developed for the immersive training simulators offer interesting opportunities for applications in simulating crews in handling critical situations in a highly realistic setting where instructors monitor and assess each team member and the team.