SINTEF Ocean conducts research and innovation related to ocean space for national and international industries. Our ambition is to continue Norway's leading position in marine technology and biomarine research.

Transport, food and energy production represent the backbone of ocean-based industries and are also core areas for SINTEF Ocean. In addition, the organization focuses on environmental technology, with one of the world’s leading professional environments in marine environmental technology. Through cooperation in the SINTEF group, SINTEF ocean is able to integrate our own expertise with expert technological knowledge from other industry sectors. SINTEF has a long tradition for being a knowledge supplier and a good partner for Norwegian companies. Through SINTEF Ocean the organization has established a centre of gravity for marine and maritime research, both in Norway and internationally.