1. 2011  Marine Cybernetics 2011  Marine Cybernetics AS | Trondheim, Norway | www.marinecyb.com

2. 2011  Marine Cybernetics 2011  Marine Cybernetics AS | Trondheim, Norway | www.marinecyb.com Marine Cybernetics Marine Cybernetics’ primary business is independent testing of advanced control systems to secure safe and reliable operation of ships and offshore installations. This results in significant savings for yards, ship owners, contractors and oil companies. Offers consultancy services covering design reviews and simulation studies of advanced control systems. Established in 2002. Main Office Located in Trondheim, Norway. 56 employees in Trondheim and growing. Foreign offices established in Houston and Rio de Janeiro. Delivered more than 70 projects

3. 2011  Marine Cybernetics 2011  Marine Cybernetics AS | Trondheim, Norway | www.marinecyb.com PETROMAKS: kick-starting the project Supports Norwegian R&D projects through funding Funded Marine Cybernetics research on HIL testing of Offshore Drilling Systems The primary objective Introduce independent HIL testing as a new industry standard for independent testing of software in offshore drilling systems Three Brazilian interns was a part of the project Obtained project results: Drilling-HIL, as developed in this R&D project, is today a commercial service offered by Marine Cybernetics

4. 2011  Marine Cybernetics 2011  Marine Cybernetics AS | Trondheim, Norway | www.marinecyb.com Third Party Verification in NASA HIL testing Example: NASA Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V) Facility The NASA IV&V Program was founded after the Challenger accident. According to NASA, Independent Verification & Validation requires 1.Technical independence 2.Managerial independence 3.Financial independence Software IV&V is performed in parallel with the software design The NASA IV&V Program mitigates risks early in software design

5. 2011  Marine Cybernetics 2011  Marine Cybernetics AS | Trondheim, Norway | www.marinecyb.com Normal operation Cruise controller I/O HIL testing Commanded throttle Speed measurement Commanded throttle Simulated speed measurement Cruise controller I/O HIL testing – virtual test environment Early, thorough, safe and efficient testing R$50 000

6. 2011  Marine Cybernetics 2011  Marine Cybernetics AS | Trondheim, Norway | www.marinecyb.com HIL Testing of Drilling Systems Draw-works Crown mounted compensator Top drive Roughneck Handling machinery for the drill string Catwalk machine Pipe shute Pipe racker Fingerboard Anti collision / zone management Sophisticated computer controlled systems that rely on software to function properly Combination of components delivered from several suppliers Must run and work together as an integrated system in order to Maintain safety Achieve the desired operational performance

7. 2011  Marine Cybernetics 2011  Marine Cybernetics AS | Trondheim, Norway | www.marinecyb.com References Vendors: E&P companies: Yards: Vessel owners:

8. 2011  Marine Cybernetics 2011  Marine Cybernetics AS | Trondheim, Norway | www.marinecyb.com “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world” Nelson Mandela

9. 2011  Marine Cybernetics 2011  Marine Cybernetics AS | Trondheim, Norway | www.marinecyb.com The Current Situation o Brazil Enormous investments in the oil and gas sector Not enough capacity to perform all operations Currently unable to fill the need for educated labour Local content has a high political priority o Norway Oilrelated SMB industry goes international 120+ norwegian companies in Brazil Not enough norwegians with Brazil specific knowledge Has defined Brazil as a target market

10. 2011  Marine Cybernetics 2011  Marine Cybernetics AS | Trondheim, Norway | www.marinecyb.com What we did o Established internship contract in cooperation with Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina (UFSC) Three Brazilian interns from UFSC Wrote their bachelor thesis on topics relevant to marine cybernetics while working in the company The interns are operational and ready to perform HIL testing and simulator development all over the world Two started working for Marine Cybernetics One continued her master studies at NTNU while working for Marine Cybernetics o Three new interns from UFRJ, USP and UFSC are in the pipeline

11. 2011  Marine Cybernetics 2011  Marine Cybernetics AS | Trondheim, Norway | www.marinecyb.com Challenges Lack of institutionalized exchange program Not the same credit system Time consuming visa processes Cultural differences Lack of local understanding

12. 2011  Marine Cybernetics 2011  Marine Cybernetics AS | Trondheim, Norway | www.marinecyb.com Feedback From the Interns o Professional challenges o Competitive salary level o Good working conditions Sacha: ” I really enjoy working in Norway, especially as just graduated, they respect and have confidence in you, which is a bit different from Brazil. I really like to live here and I intend to live here for several years.” César Carvalho Marcela Cicilio Sacha Boff

13. 2011  Marine Cybernetics 2011  Marine Cybernetics AS | Trondheim, Norway | www.marinecyb.com Who Should be Involved in the Program? Organizations: - Cenpes - NHO - INTSOK - Shipowner Association Universities: - Universidade de Santa Catarina - NTNU - UFRJ - University of Stavanger Governmental bodies : - Embassies of both countries - Ministries of education - Ministries of oil and energy - CNPq /Research Council of Norway Companies: - - Petrobras - OGX - Statoil - Inventure Management - Marine Cybernetics - Measurable goals - «Fuel the process» - Local presence

14. 2011  Marine Cybernetics 2011  Marine Cybernetics AS | Trondheim, Norway | www.marinecyb.com “If you are planning for a year, sow rice; If you are planning for a decade, plant trees; If you are planning for a lifetime, educate people” - Confucius