SINTEF Ocean projects

Abundance and distribution of sea lice larvae in relation to the three-dimensional current flow patterns around and within salmon farms.

Real-Time Hybrid Model Testing is the science of combining advanced simulations, state-of-the-art experimental methods with active control system into a novel approach, to verify the safety and efficiency of marine structures and operations.

Eyes, brain and hands: these are the tools that shall carry Norwegian fish, agriculture and aquaculture from harvest and production, through careful processing, until it reaches the consumer.

Biodegradable gillnets are being tested in Norway since 2016 as an attempt to reduce ghost fishing and marine litter caused by lost gillnets.

MERIT is an internally funded research project (SEP) that studies the fate and effects of subsea mine tailing disposal in Norwegian fjords

The amount of plastic litter, especially microplastics, in the ocean are quickly accumulating. The PLASTOX-project aims to investigate the environmental impacts resulting from microplastics.

Innovative floating offshore wind energy. Qualification of innovative floating substructures for 10MW wind turbines and water depths greater than 50m.

AQUAEXCEL2020 aims to offer services tailored to the needs of the European aquaculture community and support and conduct world-class aquaculture research.

The red algae Dulse is demanded for use in food and in this project we will adjust cultivation methods for this nutritious and tasty seaweed species.