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NRC — Multidirectional Wave Basin - Research Facility
Testing facility for maritime structures
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The NRC’s Multidirectional Wave Basin is a research facility for testing maritime structures and marine operations in realistic ocean conditions. It supports studies of coastal structures, coastal processes, and port developments, including wave, current, and wind interactions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Ottawa
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
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Activities funded
- Testing fixed and floating maritime structures.
- Studying coastal structures and coastal processes.
- Assessing port development concepts.
- Evaluating marine operations in ocean conditions.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Industry organizations.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ottawa, Ontario
Additional information
- The facility is located in Ottawa, Ontario.
- It is part of the NRC Ocean, Coastal and River Engineering Research Centre.
- Industry collaboration is highlighted as a key use of the facility.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the NRC — Multidirectional Wave Basin - Research Facility Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the NRC — Multidirectional Wave Basin - Research Facility. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the NRC — Multidirectional Wave Basin - Research Facility?
The NRC’s Multidirectional Wave Basin is a research facility for testing maritime structures and marine operations in realistic ocean conditions. It supports studies of coastal structures, coastal processes, and port developments, including wave, current, and wind interactions.
What expenses are eligible under NRC — Multidirectional Wave Basin - Research Facility?
Testing fixed and floating maritime structures.
Studying coastal structures and coastal processes.
Assessing port development concepts.
Evaluating marine operations in ocean conditions.
Who can I contact for more information about the NRC — Multidirectional Wave Basin - Research Facility?
You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC) by email at NRC.ContactOCRE-ContactezGOCF.CNRC@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the NRC — Multidirectional Wave Basin - Research Facility available?
The NRC — Multidirectional Wave Basin - Research Facility program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the NRC — Multidirectional Wave Basin - Research Facility a grant, loan, or tax credit?
NRC — Multidirectional Wave Basin - Research Facility is a Researchers And Facilities
Who are the financial supporters of the NRC — Multidirectional Wave Basin - Research Facility?
NRC — Multidirectional Wave Basin - Research Facility is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC), Government of Canada