Commercial shipping
We are world leaders in providing ship design and technical consultancy across the marine sector, including automation, fleet optimisation and connectivity systems.
We are world leaders in providing ship design and technical consultancy across the marine sector, including automation, fleet optimisation and connectivity systems.
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Ottawa, Canada
+1 613 592 2830 ship-design@bmtglobal.comWe serve a full spectrum of individual sectors within the international sea transportation industry, including oil and gas and dry bulk carriers, vessel owners and operators, logistics companies, ports, terminals and harbour authorities.
It’s thanks to our world-renowned design and engineering capabilities and our uniquely collaborative approach that our stakeholders continually trust us to advise on the safest, most reliable, most cost-effective and environmentally responsible solutions.
Ports, harbours and terminals are complex, multiple-stakeholder projects. We provide a wide range of services to port managers and port operators that help mitigate risk during development, maintenance and day-to-day operations.
We have supported the global, diverse, complex, multi-faceted shipbuilding industry for over 30 years.
We provide vital consultant engineering services, including complete project management from conception to completion for marine, port, and coastal projects.
By providing investment and planning support throughout the initial stages of infrastructure development, we help you build future growth on solid foundations.
We consult on global regulation, shared attitudes and ideas for maritime operations, including how we respond to incidents, vessel surveying, and cargo handling.
We have extensive experience in the design of steel, aluminium and advanced composite vessels and a proven design pedigree for structures that are lightweight, robust, easy to construct and maintain, and fatigue-resistant, thanks to our close attention to detail.
Our risk-free, accurate and reliable simulations of ship handling, convenience and mooring help port design, port access operations assessment, navigation risk analysis and crew training.
We offer a broad range of surveys, audits and certifications to promote safety and operational efficiency.
Our diverse vessel design portfolio showcases our range of new and existing world-class and award winning vessel designs, reflecting a commitment to deliver solutions that meet unique project and customer needs. Our designs deliver innovation with a commitment to sustainability to achieve lower-carbon operations and to adapt to changing conditions in the industry.
For pilot operators that want to upskill their teams, especially in busy harbours or narrow channels welcoming larger and larger vessels, our REMBRANDT software delivers the best simulation solution for navigating your bespoke port and harbour operations.
When progress in technologies provides only a marginal gain in reducing operating costs and environmental footprint, should the traditional ferry paradigm be challenged once more?
The future is nearer than we think; it is right now. The future is what we will do when we finish reading these words. It is an hour away, a minute away, a second away. The actions we take today are the future.
Artificial intelligence has revolutionised ship design and changed how we work forever. However, apart from improving computer-aided design (CAD) tools, the creation of ship arrangements is relatively the same as in the 1980s.
Martin Bissuel, head of Sales Commercial Maritime at BMT, spoke exclusively to Maritime Journal about about the future trends and demands for offshore wind vessels in light of the market expansion.
The growing size and number of vessels in the global cruise fleet requires the industry to set new standards for navigation technology to ensure it meet the highest standards of safety.
Supply chain issues, post-pandemic delays and a lack of stacking space are typical challenges for a shipping line in today’s busy world. Our Managing Director of Surveys and his team provide detailed insight into distressed cargo management operations and how to extract value and upside in the face of a serious shipping incident.
Through simulation-based numerical methods ship designers can perform complex analyses more rapidly and at a reduced cost. Johnathan Green explains how the successful application of numerical modelling has helped to de-risk and expedite delivery of new BMT landing craft designs.
Brad Saunders, our Senior Principal Engineer & Technical Lead for APAC, Coastal & Maritime Engineering, sets out how for small ports a modern approach to asset valuation is appropriate and holds considerable potential to uncover hidden value.
Our Naval Architects speak to RINA Ship and Boat International about how we can assist our clients early on with Future Fuels for their next vessel design.
We address certain key topics that have been brought to our attention by our valued clients during their assessment of inspection reports.
Ian McRobbie, our Programme Manager for Ports and Maritime Infrastructure, was interviewed by Port & Harbors to discuss how infrastructure companies are collaborating with ports to enhance port infrastructure and operations.
Alex Blake, Lead Naval Architect discusses how BMT is navigating electric ferry design.
World Maritime Day is a moment to recognise the importance of the maritime industry in global trade, sustainability, and safety. We are proud to be at the forefront of innovation, working to shape a safer and more sustainable future for maritime operations.
The PIANC APAC 2024 event was a showcase of innovative solutions and cutting-edge research in coastal and maritime engineering
As maritime autonomous systems continue to develop at pace, robust regulations and safety assurance measures are required to ensure safety at sea.
Noel Tomlinson shares with SBI valuable insights on how BMT's innovative solution can help vessel operators overcome challenges and ensure a sustainable future for offshore wind operations.
Major Projects Lead and Senior Principal Consultant, Greg Fisk, discusses the growing need for sector-specific guidance for marinas and boat yards, in-light of increasing regulation to decarbonise industries.
BMT’s latest passenger ferry, designed for Kitsap Transit in the United States, has successfully completed sea trials and is ready to start operation in the next few weeks. The ENETAI out-performed design requirements during vessel trials, delivering to Kitsap Transit; a lighter, faster, and smoother riding vessel.
In cutting-edge trials BMT conducts its first-ever remote, simulator-based ship navigation training programme – the latest REMBRANDT digital configuration is a full mission DNV approved ship simulator solution that’s targeted at multiple training stakeholders, including those onboard and ashore, and benefits from de-risked and highly immersive learning environments.
In addition to practical knowledge and gained experience, we are committed to continued education. This has resulted in, amongst others, a number of our experts from our offices in the Netherlands and Belgium being (once again) recognised and registered with the United Register of Appraisers (VRT).
BMT will deliver its first REMBRANDT® DNV Class A, B and C Full Mission Bridge Simulator at a Maritime Academy in Sabah, following a successful roll out of the technology to numerous academies across the Indonesian market.
Designed to meet the specific challenges of long range autonomous operations
Designing the first ferry of its type in the world posed some unique challenges.
23-metre Crew Transfer Vessel for Offshore Windfarms
Boosting the economy while preserving the environment.
Miguel Centeno, BMT's Risk and Quality Manager, has reviewed multiple data points over a three-year period, within BMT MATE™, and identified that there are three common areas of risk.
BMT is proud to announce the successful delivery of two 20m Fast Crew Transfer Vessels (FCTVs) designed for servicing Turkish Petroleum’s - Offshore Technology Center.
BMT’s expanded multi-bridge UK facilities secure DNV Class A approval and marks a milestone for ‘Version 7’ of BMT REMBRANDT navigational software.
We are proud to be awarded the contract of trusted technical support consultant for Port of Milford Haven. Providing independent governance and support throughout the vessel design, build, training, and trial phases.
BMT has signed an agreement with Singapore-based Strategic Marine, forging a powerful collaboration aimed at driving the offshore wind crew vessel industry towards a more sustainable future.
The latest addition to the offshore wind industry, the StratCat35 Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV) is designed to meet a wider range of operator requirements while placing sustainability at the forefront of the offshore wind sector.
BMT and Greenline Marine unveil the 32-metre all-electric Greenline 150 Passenger Ferry, showcasing cutting-edge technology focused on efficiency and sustainability. This innovative ferry design aims to set new benchmarks for environmental standards, passenger comfort, and operational efficiency in the maritime industry.
BMT is collaborating on a decarbonisation project for the UK's maritime sector. In partnership with South Devon College and HydroSurv, BMT aims to drive clean and sustainable maritime innovation in the UK’s Southwest and beyond.
Angelo’s expertise enhances the ability to provide specialised and thorough marine consulting and technical services.
Ventus Marine has selected BMT's 27m Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV) design for the construction of four new vessels by Strategic Marine. These vessels are destined for offshore wind markets in Taiwan and Europe.
MCS partners with BMT to reduce the environmental impact and improve machinery space accessibility, of the MCS SWATH 2 vessel.
BMT is delighted to announce Noel Tomlinson's appointment as Vice Chair of the Society of Maritime Industries (SMI) Commercial Maritime Group (CMG) Council. Highlights the significant recognition of Noel's expertise and dedication to the maritime industry, emphasising his crucial contributions to the SMI's central function in the sector.
An all-new concept developed in collaboration between T. Fotiadis Design & Lateral Naval Architects. With its striking streamline design, Spear combines efficiency, comfort, and expansive open spaces to create an unparalleled cruising experience.
