GEMINI is a research news magazine in which journalists report about technology and insights from NTNU, The Norwegian University of Science and Technology and SINTEF- Scandinavias largest research organisation.
In Norway, nearly 5,000 recreational boats are retired and disposed of every year – sunk to the bottom of the sea or burned in a bonfire. Now, researchers have developed a new method for recycling these vessels.
A new kind of vessel is being specially designed to tolerate the tough, frigid conditions in the Arctic to allow for the repair and maintenance of sub sea installations.