MASSTERLY
Yara Birkeland, the zero-emission autonomous container vessel, in the Oslo fjord
Autonomous maritime operations

Making autonomy
a reality.

From concept and vessel construction to remote operations. We turn maritime innovation into safe, scalable solutions.

Yara Birkeland · Operated by Massterly
01Who we are

The future of maritime operations is already underway.

Massterly is the world's first company set up for management and operation of remote-controlled and autonomous vessels.

A joint venture between Kongsberg Maritime and Wilhelmsen, we combine world-leading maritime technology with generations of ship management experience — always with safety first.

Owned byKONGSBERGWilhelmsenAbout our owners
02Solutions

One partner, from first sketch to daily operation.

Three connected service areas form a complete value chain for remote and autonomous shipping.

Massterly Remote Operations Centre in Horten
03Remote Operations Centre · Horten

Where maritime expertise meets remote operations.

From our ROC in Horten, experienced captains, navigators and engineers monitor and support vessels from shore — mirroring the bridge with alarms, camera feeds and drawings.

  • Remote vessel monitoring
    Continuous supervision of several vessels from shore.
  • Operational support
    Real-time guidance and rapid response to the crew.
  • Technical management
    Maintenance, inspections and troubleshooting.
  • Chief2Shore
    Engineering expertise moved from vessel to shore.
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04Projects

Autonomy in action.

Vessels in commercial operation and development — designed, supervised and managed with Massterly.

05Why autonomy

Smarter operations. A more sustainable future.

Autonomy is not about removing people — it is about putting maritime expertise where it creates the most value.

Why autonomy?
01

Operational efficiency

Automated mooring, charging, loading and navigation reduce idle time and simplify routine operations.

02

Better use of expertise

One shore-based engineer can support several vessels at once.

03

Potential for lower emissions

Battery-electric, autonomous vessels open for zero-emission short-sea routes.

04

New logistics options

Smaller, frequent sailings make sea transport viable on new routes.

05

Remote support

Continuous monitoring from the ROC adds an extra layer of safety.

Illustration: electric cargo vessel leaving a Nordic harbour
From road to sea

Shifting transport from congested roads to the efficiency of the sea.

Autonomous short-sea vessels make it possible to move cargo by water on routes where trucks used to be the only option.

~40,000
truck journeys per year to be replaced by Yara Birkeland
150
daily truck trips ASKO's two vessels can replace
06Insights

Latest insights

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Let's shape the future of maritime operations.

Whether you are exploring a first concept or preparing a vessel for shore-based operation, our captains, engineers and navigators are ready for the conversation.

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