Photo: Norwegian Coastal Administration
Navigational infrastructure is critical for maritime safety and efficient shipping. In an industry-first move, the Norwegian Coastal Administration’s division for planning navigational infrastructure has turned to advanced simulation technologies. They are utilizing the Morild simulator system to plan, test, and ensure the quality of new maritime infrastructure projects.
This innovative system features a "digital twin" of the entire Norwegian coastline. For those unfamiliar with the term, a digital twin is a digital replica of a physical entity, allowing for real-time analysis and monitoring. In this case, the digital twin is generated dynamically from official datasets, providing an up-to-date, accurate, and realistic environment for planning and testing.
The use of the Morild simulator system represents a significant leap forward in maritime planning. It allows for much more robust testing scenarios, reducing risks and increasing the efficacy of new infrastructural projects.
For those interested in delving deeper into the technical details of this project, an article has been published on the Norwegian Coastal Administration’s website. You can read it here (Note: The article is in Norwegian).