King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) has selected Glosten to design a new 50-meter research vessel that will support scientific research in the Middle East. The vessel will replace its namesake, the 22-year-old R/V Thuwal, expanding its size and capabilities in the areas of geoscience, bioscience, marine...
We are pleased to introduce the Glosten SA-80, a thoughtfully designed 70-ton ASD tug for inner harbor service. This no-nonsense tug was carefully developed to enhance all aspects of ship assist and barge handling functions in busy port complexes. A refreshing alternative to the increasingly common “do-it-all” tug, the SA-80…
Glosten is pleased to introduce the MP-80 - the first in our new Multi-Purpose series. Designed to offer maximum versatility for a wide range of nearshore job functions, the MP-80 is the ultimate utility tool.
Glosten has announced the completion of a 150-passenger-only hybrid ferry design for Kitsap Transit, a public transportation agency based in Bremerton, Washington. “Glosten has designed a modern and efficient passenger vessel that will meet the demands of our riders,” said Kitsap Transit Executive Director John Clauson. “As a public agency,…
Glosten has unveiled the HT-67: a new 67' ASD (Z-Drive) harbor tug designed for versatility of service on inland and near coastal waters. “Our goal was to develop a nimble harbor-size tug with exceptional barge handling capabilities. We sought input from veteran ASD captains at multiple points in the design...
GICON and Glosten have formed a strategic business relationship combining resources to develop optimum Tension Leg Platform (TLP) offshore wind foundation designs for the full range of water depths (20 to 500m), for all metocean conditions, seabed types and turbine size. The GICON®-SOF and the Glosten/PelaStar technologies have complementary advantages.…
Glosten PelaStar recently joined hands with nine other offshore wind technology developers to form the Friends of Floating Offshore Wind (FoFOW). As a whole, the floating offshore wind industry faces a number of challenges on the road to commercialization. FoFOW aims to define the support requirements that will help developers…
In this video, we see how Oregon State University, the US National Science Foundation, and Glosten are working together to produce modern, functional, and efficient vessels to support the future of oceanographic research. Video produced by 77th Parallel Productions, 3D modeling by Jake Parks at Glosten, animations by...
In the April 2016 issue of SNAME’s (mt) magazine, the Vessel Report spotlight is on the Glosten-designed Arctic Class Tugs for Foss Maritime. Glosten Director of Research & Development Jay Edgar and Foss Maritime Project Manager Dan Cole discuss the unique features of this new class of vessels, as...
This short video, produced by Glosten Industrial Designer Sarah Blott, showcases the fascinating work of Glosten engineers and designers. Some of the video’s highlights include the launch of the R/V Sikuliaq, a fly-through of the Oregon State Regional Class Research Vessel (OSU RCRV), and a few of our hard-working Marine Construction vessels.…