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NRC — Towing tank research facility
Marine testing facility for ship and vehicle performance
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Overview
The NRC towing tank research facility provides testing support for marine systems and underwater vehicles, with a maximum carriage speed of 10 m/s. It is used for calm-water and wave testing, resistance and propulsion, seakeeping, manoeuvring, and other marine performance studies.
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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
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- St. John's
- Newfoundland and Labrador
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Testing of marine systems and ship models.
- Underwater vehicle performance evaluation.
- Simulation of marine conditions for R&D.
- Marine manoeuvring, propulsion, and seakeeping studies.
Sources and recorded changes
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Industry partners.
Eligible geographic areas
- St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
Additional information
- Research and development support is available through NRC experts.
- Early collaboration can help reduce project risk and commercialization costs.
- The facility offers customizable testing services.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the NRC — Towing tank research facility Program
What is the NRC — Towing tank research facility?
The NRC towing tank research facility provides testing support for marine systems and underwater vehicles, with a maximum carriage speed of 10 m/s. It is used for calm-water and wave testing, resistance and propulsion, seakeeping, manoeuvring, and other marine performance studies.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who can I contact for more information about the NRC — Towing tank research facility?
You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC) by email at NRC.ContactOCRE-ContactezGOCF.CNRC@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca.
Where is the NRC — Towing tank research facility available?
The NRC — Towing tank research facility program is available the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Is the NRC — Towing tank research facility a grant, loan, or tax credit?
NRC — Towing tank research facility is a Researchers And Facilities
Who are the financial supporters of the NRC — Towing tank research facility?
NRC — Towing tank research facility is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC)