About half of the oil in known North Sea fields has been produced and finding more is becoming increasingly difficult. A good alternative is to find means of extracting the remaining known oil,...
SINTEF verifIES scientifically the validity of selected concepts and emerging plug and abandonment (P&A) technologies. All wells will one day need to be permanently plugged and abandoned. Tight...
One of SINTEF's primary objectives is to provide a better in-depth understanding of how to assess, monitor and control safety and reliability. We analyze and develop new knowledge on the...
The world record for long distance multiphase flow transport is 143 km – from the Snøhvit field to onshore. The multiphase flow transport of the future will take place over much longer distances....
SINTEF has expertise along the entire value chain from manufacturing to product for most industrial metals and metal alloys. Together with our customers and partners, we develop production...
SINTEF has expertise throughout the entire value chain from manufacturing to finished product for all types of plastics such as thermoplastics, thermoplastics, plastics composites, elastomers and...
The greenest energy is the type you never use. SINTEF creates future-oriented and innovative solutions for increasing energy efficiency in industry. Every year, large amounts of energy are lost...
Smart Grids are the digitalised and smart power grids of the future. They are also essential for Norway’s electrification efforts and success with the necessary reduction of greenhouse gas...
Bio economics is concerned with the economics of producing and processing renewable biological land-based and marine resources, often in connection with a shift to (more) sustainable principles....
In 2030, green mobility will be one of the most important business areas in the world. SINTEF will contribute to increased research and value creation in mobility, transport and infrastructure...
Nanomedicine is the use of nanotechnology to prevent, diagnose and treat illness. SINTEF collaborates with industry and research organisations to develop nanomedicines for hard-to-treat diseases...
Sensors are the foundation of digitalisation and autonomy, whether they are used for robotics, heart rate monitoring or controlling industrial processes. Today, SINTEF is world leading in...
The internet of things (IoT) is the technology that links our various devices to the internet and makes them intelligent. Cars, fridges and workplace production systems are just a few examples of...
Digitalisation is creating both opportunities and challenges for the industrial sector Digitalisation in the industrial sector means that previously isolated ICT systems are now being linked to...
Processing of renewable biological resources Circular bioeconomy means that we are able to recycle most of the biological waste we throw away. For example, leftover food, wood and leather...
Aquaculture technology for the future Aquaculture involves the farming of fish and other marine animals, as well as the cultivation of things such as seaweed and kelp. This complements the...
Research and innovation for new marine industries The sea can provide solutions to many of the global challenges we face. Today's and future coastal structures are promising technologies in...
Architecture and area development is an interplay between people, surroundings, and technology. We aim to create robust, inclusive, and sustainable buildings and areas of good quality. We conduct...
The construction industry is going through a major transformation to become more efficient and climate- and environmentally friendly. We must take better care of the infrastructure and resources...
The world needs better water infrastructure and new solutions for safe and sustainable management, treatment, and water distribution. Climate change, biodiversity loss, population growth and...