Naval architecture has always been one of the most demanding engineering disciplines — balancing hydrodynamics, structural integrity, stability, propulsion efficiency, and regulatory compliance across vessels that operate in some of the harshest environments on earth.
At Green Ship Technologies, our team of naval architects and marine engineers has delivered ship design projects ranging from new-build offshore support vessels to complex BWTS retrofit installations on existing tankers. Here we share insights into how the discipline is evolving in 2025.
The Rise of Vessel Conversions
With newbuild costs at record highs and second-hand tonnage readily available, vessel conversion has become a strategic priority for many operators. Converting an AHTS to an offshore wind farm service vessel, or modifying a general cargo ship into a car carrier, requires deep naval architecture expertise and rigorous FEM analysis.
BWTS Retrofit Engineering
The Ballast Water Management Convention requires all vessels to install BWTS by their next IOPP renewal survey. Green Ship Technologies provides end-to-end BWTS installation engineering — from 3D laser scanning and feasibility assessment to detailed design drawings for class approval and installation supervision at the shipyard.
Hybrid & Alternative Propulsion
Hybrid propulsion systems combining diesel-electric and battery power are becoming standard on offshore support vessels, tugs, and ferries. Our team has extensive experience designing hybrid propulsion integration packages, including load management systems, power distribution, and dynamic positioning interfaces.
Our Vessel Design Portfolio
- Well Stimulation & Test Vessels
- Diesel Electric DP2 Field Support Vessels
- Offshore Construction Vessels with crane & ROV integration
- AHTS vessels with hybrid propulsion systems
- Multipurpose vessels (MPV) for diverse cargo types
- Small passenger ships for coastal and river services
Partner With Our Design Team
Whether you're planning a new build, a conversion, or a complex retrofit, Green Ship Technologies has the naval architecture expertise, software tools, and class society relationships to deliver your project on time and within budget. Contact us to discuss your requirements.
