Welcome to the Maxsurf Academic website!

Back in April 2004 Formation Design Systems launched this site dedicated to students of naval architecture. Since then students from all over the world have used our Maxsurf academic software and learning materials to help learn more about naval architecture.

Maxsurf Academic is now a part of the Bentley Systems Be Careers network. Visit this page to learn about that program. If you are a student, encourage your professors to consider having your school join the Be Careers program. It provides low cost access to the full professional versions of Maxsurf as well as many other benefits like home use versions and online learning materials.