Dreamcatcher Expedition Catamaran
Let Dreamcatcher Expedition take your innovation on an around-the-world journey of smooth sailing and rough conditions
About the company
Dreamcatcher is a 45-foot sailing catamaran going on a three-year expedition from Norway and around the world, starting September 1st, 2027. Dreamcatcher is available as a mobile Living Lab, test and demonstration platform for Norwegian technology companies. The expedition will be manned by 2 expedition leaders for the whole trip, plus guest crew.
About the equipment
Sailing catamaran with crew, available for connecting sensors, collecting samples and testing gear in extreme marine conditions, multiple climate sones and changing communication availability. The route is planned from Norway via Europe and the Atlantic Ocean, through The Panama Canal to the Galápgos, across the Pacific Ocean to South-East Asia. Continuing via Japan, Hawaii, Canada and Alaska, through the Northwest Passage back to Norway.
Use cases
Relevant areas for testing equipment may include
- Autonomous solutions
- Sensors and ocean data
- Energy and electrification
- Satellite and communications, navigation
- Security, surveillance
- AI, software and other maritime technology
The expedition can also be an international demonstration- and reference plattform, and host demonstrations or meetings at pre-determined locations. Detailed expedition route with dates is available upon request.
Technical key data
- 45-foot Elba fully equipped expedition sailing catamaran (built 2021) with crew
- External plattform and dinghy
- Starlink network
- Battery bank
- Capacity: 6 persons
Safety requirements
Safety on board is a priority. Crew training may be required depending on the type of task and project.
The 2 expedition leaders are main crew for the whole expedition, with additional guest crew. Expedition lead is available for planning test protocols, operation instructions and documentation before and during the expedition.
Contact information
Available for inspection and installation at Brattørabassenget in Trondheim until departure 1st of september 2027.
For technical information and test projects, please contact:
Anders Sandvik, Phone: +47 454 07 335, E-mail: sandvik.anders@gmail.com