Tag: maritime technology
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Saildrone Bolsters European Presence with New Production Sites
Saildrone is taking its unmanned surface vessels to the next level with new production sites in the Netherlands, Norway, and Poland, boosting its European presence. The expansion comes on the heels of a successful six-month deployment that saw an impressive 92% fleet uptime in harsh weather conditions.
AEVEX Bolsters Naval Tech with $650M BlackSea Deal
AEVEX is supercharging its naval tech capabilities with the game-changing $650M acquisition of BlackSea Technologies, bringing together a powerhouse of maritime expertise and a culture of mission-driven innovation. The deal, which includes $250M in cash and $350M in stock, plus up to $50M in performance-based earnout, is set to take AEVEX to the next level.
ARES Shipyard Unveils Large Container-Rated Catamaran USV Design
Meet the game-changing catamaran USV design from ARES Shipyard, a 22.5-metre vessel capable of carrying a single 40 ft shipping container, revolutionizing unmanned surface vessel capabilities. This innovative design boasts a spacious flatbed section, offering a significant upgrade from ARES's existing ULAQ family.
Navy Advances Drone Boat Program with Prototype Request
The Navy is calling on experts in vessel construction, autonomy, and maritime problem-solving to participate in its innovative Drone Boat Program, with a request for prototype proposals set to launch on August 1. This exciting opportunity invites interested parties to submit their ideas for cutting-edge, medium unmanned surface vessels capable of supporting logistics and transporting containerized payloads.
Navy Advances Seven MUSV Designs to Prototype Phase
The Navy has selected seven innovative unmanned surface vessel designs to move forward to the prototype phase, out of over two dozen submissions received through its marketplace initiative. These industry partners will now face the next challenge: successfully completing at-sea demonstrations to prove their systems are ready for the next level.