Innovations in Ulstein
Addressing the marine industry's need for innovation, Ulstein combines experience with bold thinking to envision a greener tomorrow.
Pioneering a greener tomorrow with structured creativity
Our business culture combines structure, creativity, experience, innovation, bold thinking and precise execution. We are driven by a vision of creating tomorrow's solutions for sustainable marine operations.
Ulstein is known for developing groundbreaking vessels, ship designs and solutions. By innovating and shaping the solutions of tomorrow, we create value for customers, shareholders, employees and society at large.
Sustainable growth is at the core of what we do. Any product will have an impact when being produced, used, and taken out of use. We consider their life cycle environmental impact when designing a ship or developing a product.
Chart your course with us. Together, let's shape the future of sustainable marine operations.
X-BOW®
The ULSTEIN X-BOW, the inverted bow concept, redefined marine engineering. The bow concept was launched in 2005, together with the first shipbuilding contract, and gained immediate interest from shipowners. The X-BOW hull line design has been tried in most weather conditions.
X-STERN®
The X-STERN introduces the documented X-BOW® effect to the aft ship, harnessing the benefits of improved safety for crew and equipment, increased flexibility in operations and reduced fuel consumption.
TWIN X-STERN®
The TWIN X-STERN is the latest addition to the innovative designs of X-BOW and X-STERN that enhance fuel efficiency and operability.