Tag: 3D Model-based Approval
DNV, Damen and NAPA use 3D model-based approval to streamline ship design approval
Damen, DNV and NAPA are taking a major step forward in ship design processes by using the new Open Class 3D Exchange (OCX) standard to streamline classification involvement in the early phase of a project. With increasing pressure to deliver vessel designs quickly, the early engagement of classification societies can increase designer and owner confidence […]
Read ArticleJune 26, 2023
The future of design is now: taking 3D model-based approvals from concept to reality
Shipyards, designers, and class societies all recognize 3D model-based approvals (3D MBA) as an essential part of shipbuilding’s future, helping shipyards boost efficiency in an increasingly complex environment and tackle the growing challenges of the decarbonization transition. No longer a distant prospect, various shipyards and classification societies around the world are already working to make […]
Read ArticleMay 2, 2023
Damen, NAPA and Bureau Veritas successfully deploy 3D Classification approvals for first ship design
Damen Engineering will implement 3D Classification for further designs after first end-to-end trial with a dredger vessel demonstrates efficiency gains and time savings. Helsinki (Finland), 12 January 2022: Damen Engineering has announced the completion of their first vessel design to be entirely created, reviewed and class-approved using 3D models in collaboration with leading classification society Bureau […]
Read ArticleJanuary 12, 2023
Information hub: Advancing ship design innovation and solving practical challenges
From automated design optimization and information sharing, to a fully 3D design and approval process, we’re constantly working with our partners to find new ways to improve the design process.
Read ArticleSeptember 20, 2022
NAPA and ClassNK launch new data link to support 3D ship design approval process
Upgraded data linkage will enable the seamless flow of information between design and class approval software, reducing time spent on information transfer by 30% and enabling closer collaboration. Helsinki, Finland – March 2, 2022 – NAPA, the leading provider of maritime software, services, and data analysis, and classification society ClassNK, have strengthened their partnership to […]
Read ArticleMarch 2, 2022
NAPA Webinar: Latest news on NAPA ship design solutions
The recording of the webinar is now available for viewing! In this free 45-minute webinar on 17 February 2022, we presented the latest news and development of NAPA software solutions for ship design. Our Mikko Forss and Olli Puustinen discussed about the following topics: 3D model-based structural design: The latest news and development related to […]
Read ArticleFebruary 17, 2022
NAPA and Bureau Veritas enhance hull design approvals through direct use of 3D models
Leaders in ship design and safety collaborate to enable wider use of 3D models in the class approval process using a neutral file format to improve efficiency Helsinki, Finland, 18 January 2022: NAPA, the leading maritime software, services and data analysis provider and Bureau Veritas (BV), a world leader in testing, inspection and certification, have […]
Read ArticleJanuary 18, 2022
Hyundai Heavy Industries and NAPA are innovating 3D structure design process together
Implementation of NAPA Steel streamlines the design process by providing a more agile and sophisticated platform for designers to collaborate on Background In 2016, Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI), the world’s largest shipyard, implemented NAPA Steel’s 3D model-based ship structural design tool across its Basic Hull Design Department. This marked a paradigm shift for HHI – […]
Read ArticleSeptember 6, 2021
A new dimension for ship design
by Tapio Hulkkonen, Director at NAPA Design Solutions Moving automated ship design into the 21st century is a necessity that will require time and cooperation by all to achieve. Ship design today Ship design has long been three dimensional. And yet, despite this, for designs to meet class societies’ rules they still need to […]
Read ArticleFebruary 5, 2021
NAPA, ClassNK and JMU confirm viability of 3D model-based approval with new feasibility study
Successful trial sets the scene for faster, easier approvals, and it lays the foundations for commercial digital twin applications Tokyo-Helsinki – 19 March 2020 – Leading maritime software, services and data analytics company NAPA, classification society ClassNK, and shipbuilding company Japan Marine United (JMU) have completed a joint feasibility study on 3D model-based plan approval […]
Read ArticleMarch 19, 2020