Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV) is pleased to class two next-generation, all-electric high-speed trimarans for Brim Explorer, marking a significant step forward in zero-emission maritime transport.

The trimarans will be constructed at Herde Kompositt in Hardanger, with outfitting carried out by Horten Skipsreparasjoner. The vessels have been developed by Brim Tech, the technology arm of Brim Explorer, following nearly six years of operational testing and optimization using the company’s existing vessels as test platforms in Northern Norway and Oslo.

Purpose-built for electric propulsion, the trimarans are the result of extensive real-world testing in Arctic conditions, fjords and open sea. The vessels incorporate lightweight structures and highly optimized hull developed by WIND Naval Architects to minimize energy consumption. Each vessel will accommodate up to 180 passengers and is expected to achieve a range of approximately 100 nautical miles at 20 knots on a single charge.

By classing these innovative vessels, Bureau Veritas will support the safe integration of advanced technologies while contributing to the development of sustainable maritime solutions. Once delivered, the vessels will operate quiet, zero-emission sightseeing tours in Norway’s spectacular fjords, further demonstrating the potential of electric propulsion for passenger transport.

‘’This project highlights the growing momentum behind electric propulsion in maritime transport. Bureau Veritas is delighted to partner with Brim Explorer in bringing these advanced trimarans to life, helping to ensure that innovation goes hand in hand with safety, performance and regulatory compliance, while supporting the industry’s transition toward low- and zero-emission shipping.’’

David Barrow, SVP for Western Europe and Americas Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore

Espen Larsen-Hakkebo, CTO & Co-founder of Brim Explorer, said: “These trimarans represent the next step in our ‘electric by design’ approach. After six years of operating our boats in tough conditions in Northern Norway and Oslo, we are now able to develop a new generation of high-speed, long-range, zero-emission boats. Having Bureau Veritas as class partner is important to ensure that these new technologies are integrated safely and reliably.”
Source: Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore