NAPA 2025.1 – New Features and Enhancements Overview

NAPA 2025.1 introduces a major set of upgrades designed to improve ship design efficiency, structural modeling accuracy, and compliance with the latest maritime regulations. This release delivers faster performance, smarter design tools, and expanded rule-checking capabilities, making it one of the most significant updates in recent years.

1. Enhanced Stability Regulations Support

NAPA 2025.1 includes full support for the newest stability and safety standards issued by leading classification societies.
Key additions include:

• Updated stability criteria for DNV, BV, and ClassNK rules

• Compliance tools for Wind-Assisted Propulsion Systems (WAPS)

• Support for new stability requirements in Floating Offshore Wind Turbine structures

• Improved rule applicability management for modern vessel designs

These updates help designers ensure regulatory compliance earlier in the design process, reducing risk and rework.

2. New Sketch Tool for Faster Concept Design

A major highlight of NAPA 2025.1 is the introduction of the Sketch Tool, enabling users to:

• Draw reference lines and design concepts directly on the 3D model

• Annotate structural areas for team communication

• Quickly visualize alternative design layouts

This tool significantly improves early-stage concept development and collaboration.

3. Improved Performance for Large Models

The 2025.1 release brings substantial performance gains across the platform:

• Up to 40% faster project loading times

• Smoother handling of large and complex 3D models

• Optimized database read/write operations

These improvements ensure a more responsive workflow when working with multi-deck ships, offshore structures, and large-scale engineering models.

4. Integrated Finite Element Analysis (Alpha Version)

For the first time, NAPA Designer introduces an integrated FEA workflow:

• Run preliminary structural analyses directly inside NAPA

• Reduce dependency on external solvers

• Speed up early structural validation and optimization

5. General Usability and Workflow Improvements

Additional enhancements across the platform include:

• Improved geometry creation and editing tools

• Better visualization and annotation options

• Stability and structural calculation refinements

• Numerous bug fixes and UI improvements based on user feedback.

Product: NAPA 2025.1
Version: 2025.1
Supported Architectures: x64
Language: english
Supported Operating Systems: Windows 10even or newer
Size: 1DVD