The U.S. Coast Guard has awarded contracts for the construction of six Arctic Security Cutters based on the Multi-Purpose Icebreaker (MPI) design developed by Aker Arctic and Seaspan ULC. Two…
While most of us are already thinking about the coming holidays, our field team onboard the British polar research vessel RRS Sir David Attenborough is preparing for ice trials in…
As our business continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Sales Manager to strengthen our Sales team. Please read about this opportunity and apply at https://www.experis.fi/ until 18th of…
Le Commandant Charcot is the world’s first Polar Class 2 luxury icebreaking cruise ship - a vessel that unites polar strength with comfort and safety. Conceived by Ponant and realised…
Tuomas Romu from Aker Arctic continues to monitor international voyages along the Northwest Passage. This year’s transit season was shorter than in 2024, beginning slightly later and ending earlier.…
Aker Arctic Technology is the design partner for Bollinger-led international consortium which White House chose to build six U.S. Coast Guard Arctic Security Cutters at two different shipyards. We thank…
The concept design of the new B+ class icebreaker “Aino” is underway, supported by extensive model-scale testing to ensure it meets demanding Baltic Sea conditions for the next 50 years.…
To meet simple but strict strength formulas, one option is to simply add more steel. At Aker Arctic, however, we have developed a smarter method for reinforcing a ship’s hull…
When Finland set out to procure a new icebreaker in 2012, the goal was clear: to create a vessel that could exceed all previous generations. The result was Polaris –…
Aker Arctic Technology Inc has been awarded a contract by TKMS GmbH (TKMS) to design and deliver the centreline propeller and shaftline for the new Polar Research Vessel, commissioned by…
By the end of August 2025, TKMS, Wärtsilä, Steerprop and Aker Arctic had inked the contracts for the entire propulsion unit: rudder propellers, engines and exhaust gas aftertreatment system. Many…
This summer, we welcomed a record number of university students for internships at our company. Each student joined us with their own unique project, and we asked them…