Keppel signs MOU with Norwegian marine research body

KOMtech, part of Keppel Offshore & Marine Ltd, will work with Marintek on a collaboration that will focus on the design and operation of ships in harsh environments like the Arctic region, marine operations related to the installation of renewable energy production units like offshore wind turbines, and the storage and handling of liquefied nitrogen gas onboard vessels.

On the training front, the two parties will work together to provide industrial attachments at Marintek for KOMtech’s employees. “Norway is a huge shipping nation and Singapore is an important port in Asia,” said Choo Chiau Beng, chief executive officer of Keppel Corporation and chairman of Keppel Offshore & Marine.

“Norwegian ships have always called on Singapore and at one point of time, Keppel Shipyard was the only ship-repair facility in Singapore. Over the years, Keppel’s relationship with Norway has grown stronger as our needs become more complementary.” He added, “Going forward, Keppel strives to improve its research and development efforts and innovate new ideas. This is to ensure that we continue to offer value proposition to our customers that is second to none.”