About the Wolfson Unit

Since 1967, The Wolfson Unit has provided a bespoke engineering testing and consultancy for projects in the marine manufacturing, naval architecture, yacht design, offshore, sports, aerospace and defence industries. Our team of reputable consulting engineers utilise their knowledge, academic excellence and the prestigious research facilities at the University of Southampton to progress projects, fast. As a powerhouse of engineering and technological excellence, we’ll work with you to solve problems, de-risk your project and provide a value-for-money solution.

Wolfson Unit Office
The Wolfson Unit Office, Building 185 Towing Tank , Boldrewood campus, Southampton, UK

Background

Situated within the University of Southampton’s Boldrewood campus, we have strong ties to the other experts within the University. While we excel at delivering projects using our diverse in-house skills, we can also tap into university expertise when required to deliver your project. This includes contracting academics and researchers from the Maritime Engineering department. The Wolfson Unit is a member of the Southampton Marine and Maritime Institute (SMMI) and through this partnership has recently worked closely with Public Policy Southampton (PPS) and the Martime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) with contributions to vessel safety regulations.

Resources

Discover our strong academic background through our published papers in respected journals and our role as international experts advising policymakers and accident investigators. Our freeware is also available for download from here.

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Case studies

Explore our collection of open-source case studies showcasing our past projects. Gain valuable insights into how consultancy from the Wolfson Unit could benefit you.  

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Our history

For 50 years, we have been a trusted provider of stability and safety services to the marine industry. From software development to model testing, our offerings continually evolve to meet industry needs. Our diverse clientele includes designers, builders, owners, solicitors, and government agencies. 

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