Brødrene AA AS

  • Shipyards

Brødrene AA AS is a Norwegian company known for its expertise in designing and constructing high-speed ferries and other advanced maritime vessels. The company specializes in building lightweight, fuel-efficient vessels using carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) materials, which offer superior strength and reduced weight compared to traditional materials like steel or aluminum.


Founded in 1947, Brødrene AA has evolved from a small shipyard into a leader in the maritime industry, particularly in the niche of high-speed vessels. The company is located in Hyen, Norway, and its state-of-the-art facilities are equipped to handle the complex demands of modern shipbuilding.


Key highlights and contributions of Brødrene AA include:



  1. Innovative Use of Materials: The company's pioneering use of CFRP has set new standards for maritime construction, offering significant improvements in fuel efficiency and vessel performance.



  2. High-Speed Ferries: Brødrene AA is renowned for its high-speed ferry designs, which are used not only in Norway but also internationally. These ferries are known for their speed, efficiency, and reduced environmental impact.



  3. Sustainability: The use of lightweight materials in their vessels helps reduce fuel consumption and emissions, aligning with global sustainability goals.



  4. Customization: The company offers tailored solutions to meet specific needs, providing designs that range from passenger ferries to specialized vessels for various applications.



  5. Technological Excellence: By integrating the latest technologies in marine design and construction, Brødrene AA ensures their vessels are at the forefront of maritime innovation.




The company has been recognized for its contribution to the industry and continues to be a significant player in the global market for advanced maritime vessels.


Ships

DAGFINN PAUST

Rescue Vessel | Flag: Norway | Port: OSLO

EYR BREMSTEIN

Rescue Vessel | Flag: Norway | Port: SANDNESSJØEN

EYR MYKEN

Rescue Vessel | Flag: Norway | Port: SANDNESSJØEN

EYR YTTERHOLMEN

Rescue Vessel | Flag: Norway | Port: SANDNESSJØEN

FJORDPRINS

Catamaran | Flag: Norway | Port: FLORØ

OSCAR TYBRING IV

Rescue Vessel | Flag: Norway | Port: OSLO

RIVÖ

Catamaran | Flag: Sweden | Port: GÖTEBORG

SAN FRANGISK

Surface Effect Ship | Flag: Malta | Port: VALLETTA

SAN PAWL

Surface Effect Ship | Flag: Malta | Port: VALLETTA

TERNINGEN

Catamaran | Flag: Norway | Port: TRONDHEIM

VALÖ

Catamaran | Flag: Sweden | Port: GÖTEBORG

Maritime News

U.S. Shipbuilding Plots the Path Ahead

U.S. Shipbuilding Plots the Path Ahead

38 minutes ago
The military and Coast Guard budgets are established that will benefit the U.S. ship building and repair sector, but what will stimulate the commercial yards?This author has been scratching his head of late, after a thrilling dive into July’s U.S. Big Beautiful Bill Act, and has asked several colleagues where the funding for support commercial shipbuilding can be found? To answer that, we need to look elsewhere and to future programs.Setting the SceneMany column inches have been dedicated to the decline U.S. shipbuilding, whether signaled by the relatively small presence of a U.S.
Icebreaker Construction: Seaspan, Bollinger, Rauma and Aker Arctic Team to Build USCG Icebreakers

Icebreaker Construction: Seaspan, Bollinger, Rauma and Aker Arctic Team to Build USCG Icebreakers

2 days ago
In a major move to accelerate the U.S. Coast Guard’s icebreaking fleet expansion, Bollinger Shipyards, Rauma Shipyards, Seaspan Shipyards, and Aker Arctic announced a partnership to deliver next-generation Arctic Security Cutters (ASCs) under the Coast Guard’s multibillion-dollar icebreaker program.The collaboration combines U.S., Canadian, and Finnish shipbuilding expertise to meet the Coast Guard’s urgent Arctic mission requirements. Backed by nearly $9 billion in funding secured under President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill”, the effort aims to deliver the first vessel within 36 months of contract award, using a mature, production-ready design.
Yinson, PTSC Get $600M Contract for Vietnam-Bound FSO

Yinson, PTSC Get $600M Contract for Vietnam-Bound FSO

3 days ago
Yinson Production, via its joint venture PTSC South East Asia (PTSC SEA), has secured a lease and operate contract for a new floating storage and offloading (FSO) unit for Vietnam’s offshore Block B gas development.The contract was awarded by Phu Quoc Petroleum Operating Company (PQPOC), the operator of Blocks B 48/95 and 52/97, on behalf of state-run Petrovietnam. The project marks a key milestone in Vietnam’s push to enhance energy security and offshore infrastructure.The contract includes a firm term of 14 years, with an option to extend for up to nine additional years. The total contract value, including extensions, is estimated at $600 million.
CK Hutchison Deal Deadline Likely to be Extended

CK Hutchison Deal Deadline Likely to be Extended

3 days ago
CK Hutchison's plan to sell most of its $22.8 billion ports business is unlikely to be finalised anytime soon, with political brinkmanship set to continue, and sources saying that a Sunday deadline for exclusive talks was likely to be extended.The Hong Kong conglomerate's plan to sell the business, which would include two ports along the strategically important Panama Canal, to a consortium led by BlackRock and Italian billionaire Gianluigi Aponte's family-run shipping company MSC, has become politicised amid an escalating China-U.S. trade war.
Surface Navy Association Names New President

Surface Navy Association Names New President

20 minutes ago
The Surface Navy Association (SNA) announced the appointment of retired Vice Admiral Ron Boxall as its new President, succeeding retired Vice Admiral Rick Hunt, who has served in the role since 2019. Admiral Boxall will make his first official appearance as SNA President at the upcoming Waterfront West Symposium, taking place September 10–11, 2025, in San Diego.Admiral Boxall’s career highlights include three tours with the Joint Chiefs of Staff, most recently as Director for Force Structure, Resources and Assessments (J8), where he oversaw the Department of Defense’s budget and joint requirements for fiscal years 2021–2023.