General Oceans Invests in Turbulence Solutions Specialist ReynKo
turbulence solutions specialist.T he SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) is a commitment to invest up to $4 million.General Oceans AS is the parent company of multiple underwater technology brands including Oslo-based Nortek, UK companies Tritech and RS Aqua, Australian Reach Robotics, and Klein Marine Systems and Strategic Robotic Systems (SRS) who both operate out of the US. General Oceans' most recent acquisition was ocean technology distributor, RS Aqua, in 2024.ReynKo provides engineering solutions for modeling and control of turbulent fluid flows. Their software offers an algorithmic solution
Deeply Innovative: Drivers in Subsea Defense
of intruder detection solutions, enabling security teams to monitor harbors, naval bases, and underwater infrastructure in real time. Similarly, EdgeTech has a proven track record delivering side-scan sonar systems like the 4205 and 2205 payloads for allied MCM programs.For close-range operations, Klein Marine Systems’ high-resolution side-scan sonar provides detailed imaging of the seafloor, supporting MCM, salvage, and security missions. Paired with BIRNS’ ruggedized underwater lighting systems, these tools provide exceptional clarity in challenging environments, offering a comprehensive toolkit
General Oceans Opens Singapore Sales Office
General Oceans, parent company of multiple underwater technology brands including Nortek, Tritech International Ltd and Klein Marine Systems, has announced the opening of a sales office in Singapore.This expansion will enable General Oceans’ brands to build on existing partnerships with local customers, as well as access new markets in a timely manner. Located in District 12 of Singapore, the office will serve as a base for local staff from Nortek, Tritech and Klein Marine Systems initially, with plans for expansion.The new Singapore office offers a gateway to South East Asia, a key part of the
Klein Marine Systems Signs Agreement With SAAB to Provide Synthetic Aperture Sonar (SAS) Technology
Klein Marine Systems, a leader in sonar technology, has received a contract to provide Synthetic Aperture Sonar (SAS) hardware technology to Saab Kockums AB (Linköping, Sweden). The sonar hardware will be integrated onto the Saab AUV62-MR, an autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) designed for mine-countermeasures (MCM) missions. Saab has signed a contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for the AUVs. The vehicle has the ability to quickly map and produce high-resolution sonar images of the seabed over large areas and detect various types of objects. The system provides
Klein Marine Systems Selects Exail Navigation Technology For Sonar
Klein Marine Systems, a leader in sonar technology, has selected the Exail Octans Nano OEM Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS) as the standard navigation solution for their 5900 Side Scan Sonar (SSS). This collaboration aims to enhance the sonar’s precision and reliability for high-resolution seabed mapping, supporting a range of defense, security, and commercial applications.The Exail Octans Nano OEM AHRS offers a heading accuracy of 0.5° secant latitude, and pitch and roll accuracy of 0.1°, ensuring stable and precise attitude and heading data. These capabilities are essential
Klein Marine Systems Secures Order for RTsys Side Scan Sonars
Klein Marine Systems, a leader in advanced sonar technology, announced the purchase from French Company RTsys of 20 high-resolution 900kHz side scan sonar systems to be integrated on their micro AUV platform NEMOSENS. The NemoSens® micro AUV, known for its compact design and robust performance, has already been equipped with Klein’s side scan sonar systems and delivered to a various of worldwide end users from both civil and defense sectors. These 900kHz sonar units are engineered to deliver high imaging quality and reliability, providing seabed mapping and object detection for micro
Klein Marine Systems Dedicates Sonar Lab at UNH
Klein Marine Systems, a global leader in sonar technology, announced the dedication of the Klein Sonar Innovation Lab at the John Olson Advanced Manufacturing Center, University of New Hampshire (UNH).Additionally, Klein has renewed its Industry Partnership agreement with UNH’s Center for Coastal and Ocean Mapping/Joint Hydrographic Center (CCOM/JHC). As part of this initiative, Klein Marine Systems has loaned a sonar system to CCOM, providing students with hands-on access to industry-leading technology.
General Oceans Acquires RS Aqua
General Oceans acquired RS Aqua as of November 18, 2024 in a move that will strengthen the positions of both companies.General Oceans have completed a number of recent acquisitions in the underwater technology market including Tritech International Ltd in 2022 and Klein Marine Systems in 2023. General Oceans reported revenues of GBP 62 million in 2023, an increase of 28 per cent compared to 2022, and now consists of six operating companies including RS Aqua.General Oceans employs more than 300 people based in Europe, UK, US and Australia.Atle Lohrmann, President of General Oceans, said “We
Kraken Robotics Appoints Adu as Head of Services Business
the Kraken sales team, is based in the Middle East, and will be focused on European and NATO markets," Kraken said.Dennis Hogan has joined the US Sales Team and based out of the Boston office. Before joining Kraken, Hogan served as the Commercial Sales Manager – North America for Klein Marine Systems from 2019 to 2023. Specifically, he handled sonar sales and account management for commercial, defense, and law enforcement clients. Prior to that position, Mr. Hogan had held positions in product management, marketing, and technical sales for marine electronics manufacturers Navico
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