KongsbergHOW: Kicks-off new round

Kongsberg Innovation are today kicking off a new round of KongsbergHOW.

KongsbergHOW is a program where ambitious tech-startups are given the opportunity to meet and learn from industry leaders. The program focuses on challenging strategic decisions and participating startups will get valuable insights and know-how from industry experts and former entrepreneurs.

Tore Halvorsen – former VP of TechnipFMC’s subsea division, Kjerstin Kleyne Braaten – 21 years’ experience within maritime and oil/gas, John A. Johansen – former director of technology and innovation at Precision Subsea and Jan Erik Korssjøen – former CEO of Kongsberg Gruppen are contributing as industry leaders in this round.

Participating startups – KongsbergHOW 2019

There has been great interest and many applicants for our program this year. After careful consideration of all candidates, we are welcoming these exciting companies:

BEBA – Develops stable lithium-sulfur battery with the use of graphene oxide.

Deep River – Research and development of efficient power plants to produce electricity from rivers, waterfalls and ocean currents.

Dimeq – Develops digital HSE tools that improve safety of maritime vessels and installations.

Funzionano – Develops ad delivers functional nanotechnology-based hybrid polymers.

N2 Applied – Develops a plasma reactor to produce nitrogen fertilizer on farms.

Subsea1 – Develops wiki and e-learning for subsea technology and products on their network portal.

VesselMan – Develops a project management tool for the offshore and maritime industry.

Wavefoil – Develops retractable bow foils for reduced movement and more comfortable seaside experiences.

About KongsbergHOW

KongsbergHOW helps tech-startups to gain valuable knowledge that provides increased company value and insight into proven business methodology. The program runs over 3 months and tech-startups interested, will have to apply for participation. Only 8 companies are selected for each program round. Participating companies pay a program fee. Read more here!