About


Houlder shapes a smarter future at sea for our clients

We conceive, design, and deliver epic maritime solutions. Combining deep expertise with bold imagination. We see the whole system and think beyond the brief.

We invent and develop ‘first of a kind’ solutions.

We find the possible and make it happen.

HOME™

Model the future. Decide with confidence.





Design and Engineering

Multi-disciplinary, maritime design and engineering is our strength.

Cohesion across structures, machines, hullforms, general arrangements and power trains is crucial for great results.


Analysis

Our technology and data platform enables incredible insights on client challenges.

Performance Twins, Fatigue, FEA, CFD, Stability and more.

We validate simulations with in-house physical model testing and real-world vessel monitoring.

Decades of experience provide the context which sets our analysis apart.


Consultancy

Client first always.

Design, engineering and analysis serve your objectives and decisions.

Results are lower risk, better value and clearer advice. Solutions that work in practice.


Featured Projects

RRS Sir David Attenborough at sea
Ship ocean wake
Siem Curie drydocked

Our Clients

NTS Nuclear Transport Solutions - Logo
WightLink - Logo
Anemoi - Logo
Uber Boat by Thames Clippers - Logo
Isles of Scilly Steamship Group - Logo
SIEM Shipping - Logo
Isle of Man Steam Packet Company - Logo
Their knowledge and technical expertise have been very beneficial, supporting us to evaluate options and resolve a number of design challenges
— Isles of Scilly Steamship Group
They’re professional and reliable. We need accuracy and the best information. And certainly Houlder gives that
— Isle of Man Steam Packet Company
Involving Houlder from the beginning ensured the extensive process was built on reliable and expert foundations
— Major Programmes Team Natural Environment Research Council, UK - RRS Sir David Attenborough
It’s been an absolute pleasure to deal with Houlder
— Wightlink
Very impressed with the output of the motion simulations that Houlder carried out. I believe it is a huge credit to the Analysis Team and anyone else involved
— Les Eoliennes en Mer Services
They’re so knowledgeable. Extremely diligent and professional and very accommodating
— Thames Clipper