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Explore market opportunities in the maritime industry in Houston and Washington State, focusing on fleet electrification, vessel renewal, and offshore wind projects. Learn about new design technologies and infrastructure upgrades. Contact Ken Huste for more information.
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Market OpportunitiesIN Houston Maritime Ken Huste, IN Houston ÅKP seminar, Ålesund 2019 www.innovasjonnorge.no
The 2040 Plan Washington State Ferries • Aging infrastructure • Overburdened fleet • Increased demand • 13 total to be replaced • 16 new vessels expected • 5 newbuilds contracted (Olympic class) • 50% to be built in a PNW yard • Terminal modifications Fleet Electrification www.innovasjonnorge.no
Fishing Vessels • Most vessels 40+ years old • Financing challenges • New Design/Technologies Renewing the Fleet www.innovasjonnorge.no
New vessels needed • Installation vessels (purpose built) • Not US Built (too expensive) • SOV Vessels • DP2/DP3 • Very high tech • Crew Boats • 20-27m long • Catamaran hauls Offshore Wind The New Adventure www.innovasjonnorge.no
Maritime, Past Projects 2018 www.innovasjonnorge.no
Maritime, Current Projects www.innovasjonnorge.no
Thank you! Ken.Huste@innovationnorway.no +1 713-997-9897 www.innovasjonnorge.no