Model testing with scaled models are still irreplaceable to demonstrate the behavior and the performance of ships and offshore structures, both in open water and in ice covered waters. The range of tests available at HSVA includes:

Resistance and Propulsion Tests
Propeller and Cavitation Tests
Stability and Seakeeping Tests
Maneuvering Tests
Tests in the Ice Tank
Tests in the Environmental Test Basin
Propulsion Tests in different sea states

Find out more about HSVA’s facilities.