Hyperbaric Operations

Hyperbaric Operations and Subsea Services

With experienced personnel and our DNV certified facility in Bergen, we can offer a wide range of hyperbaric services to our clients and customers, both locally and internationally.

We provides the subsea industry with a great diversity of products and services; ranging from research and development and hyperbaric contingency to engineering, pressure/equipment testing, medical treatment, advisory, courses and training.

NUI is based in Laksevåg, Bergen in Norway on a harbor site. For more than 40 years, we have built up unique competence, experience and facilities within underwater technology. We work closely with international expertise within a wide range of specialist areas applicable to the varied challenges within  hyperbaric and subsea operations. Our aim is to continuously contribute to improving equipment safety, lowering health risks and improving awareness of both areas.

From our facility, we can deliver the following services:

Hyperbaric Rescue Facility (HRF)

NUI operates Europe’s most advanced Hyperbaric Rescue Facilities (HRF), serving the Norwegian, Danish, and UK sectors. The facility is designed for safe evacuation of up to 24 saturation divers in emergencies.

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Hyperbaric Testing and Verification of Equipment

This service tests and certifies the performance, durability, and safety of equipment in hyperbaric conditions. It ensures that subsea gear can withstand the extreme pressures found in deep-sea environments, reducing the risk of equipment failure. We can pressurise objects up to 1000 bar (equal to 10 000 meters depth at sea).

Gas Analysis Laboratory with Accredited Services

With our unique test facilities and well equipped analysis laboratory we offer chemical analysis of air/gas, gas-tight sediment sampling and material off-gas testing.
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Welding Dive Qualification

NUI offers specialized training and certification for underwater welding in high-pressure environments, ensuring divers can safely perform subsea

construction and repairs. Our modern facility includes a 50 m³ working chamber, ideal for training and welding trials, with capacity for 16 divers up to 65 bar.

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Verification of Procedures

A thorough evaluation of operational protocols to ensure they meet regulatory and safety standards for hyperbaric environments. This helps organizations minimize risks and improve the effectiveness of their procedures during underwater or high-pressure activities.

Verification and Training of Current Procedures

In addition to verifying existing protocols, this service provides practical training for personnel, ensuring they are proficient in using the latest, most effective procedures in hyperbaric operations, enhancing safety and operational efficiency.

Training of Divers

Delivers comprehensive training programs for divers to enhance their knowledge, skills, and safety awareness. This includes diving procedures, emergency response, and working in hyperbaric environments, ensuring they are fully equipped to handle high-pressure conditions.

Courses and Webinars

NUI AS provides specialized training programs covering essential aspects of hyperbaric operations, diving safety, standards, diving- and emergency medicine. These courses, offered both in-person and via webinars, equip participants with practical and theoretical skills to ensure safe and efficient work in high-pressure environments.

Chamber facilities

  • CHAMBER 1

    • 4 persons sleeping and living chamber
    • Length 3500 mm
    • Diam 2200 mm
    • Vol 9 m3
    • Opening 800 mm

  • CHAMBER 2

    • 4 persons sleeping and living chamber
    • Length 4700 mm
    • Diam 2200 mm
    • Vol 12 m3
    • Opening 800 mm

  • CHAMBER 3

    • Combined bathroom and transfer chamber
    • Length 3500 mm
    • Diam 2200 mm
    • Vol 9 m3
    • Opening 700 mm

  • CHAMBER 4

    • 8 persons sleeping and living chamber
    • Length 7130 mm
    • Diam 3000 mm
    • Vol 50 m3
    • Opening 3000 mm
    • Can be used for welding trails, treatment, and living chamber
    • Can also be used for technical hyperbaric testing of large objects (Read more)

  • CHAMBER 5

    • Combined sanitary and transfer chamber.
    • Length 3200 mm
    • Diam 2200 mm
    • Vol 9,5 m3
    • Opening 700 mm

  • CHAMBER 6

    • 8 persons reception, rescue and living chamber
    • Length 6500 mm
    • Diam 2200 mm
    • Vol 21 m3
    • Opening 700 mm

Contact

David Humphreys

Manager Hyperbaric Operations

E-mail: dhu@nui.no

Phone: +47 55 94 28 00