SINTEF Nord, a branch of the SINTEF foundation, is located in Tromsø and Kirkenes. We specialize in research and development focused on Norway's northern regions, providing valuable R&D services to industries, businesses, and public management.
With a team of 18 highly skilled employees, SINTEF Nord focuses on areas such as fisheries and aquaculture, information technology, maritime operations, and mineral resources.
Our mission is to drive the green and digital transitions and foster local value creation in the north. We collaborate closely with businesses to enhance their competitiveness.
Our projects cover a wide range of topics, including:
- Catch technology and fish processing
- Digitalization and development of software and analytics tools
- Aquaculture
- Utilization of marine ingredients/biomarine products
- Energy solutions
- Building and construction, focusing on efficient operation and maintenance
- Monitoring and decision support systems
- Transport and logistics
- Development of mineral resources in the northern regions
We achieve value creation through partnerships with businesses and knowledge clusters in the northern regions, supported by the expertise of SINTEF foundation's 2200 employees.