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Kraken Robotics Launches SAS Service for Offshore Energy Market

Canadian marine technology company Kraken Robotics is launching a synthetic aperture sonar (SAS) service for the global offshore energy market.Kraken’s commercial services team will have dedicated KATFISH towed SAS systems available for rental starting July 2025.Kraken’s KATFISH towed SAS debuted as a product seven years ago. Since then, it has been utilized around the world for applications ranging from mine countermeasure operations to critical underwater infrastructure inspection and harbor survey.The system offers real-time 3 cm by 3 cm resolution with a range of up to 200 meters per

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Kraken Robotics Brings 3D at Depth Into Its Fold

Canadian marine technology company Kraken Robotics has completed the acquisition of 3D at Depth, a subsea services company specializing in high resolution LiDAR imaging and measurements.3D at Depth is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Kraken. As it transitions to the Kraken brand, it will continue to operate as a trusted partner in subsea LiDAR imaging, complementing Kraken’s suite of synthetic aperture sonar and sub-bottom imaging technologies.“We are pleased to welcome 3D at Depth to the Kraken Robotics team and look forward to offering our comprehensive subsea intelligence solutions to

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Kraken Robotics Acquires 3D at Depth

Kraken Robotics, through a subsidiary, signed a definitive agreement and plan of merger to acquire 100% of the shares of 3D at Depth, Inc., a U.S.-based subsea technology and services company specializing in high resolution LiDAR imaging and measurements. Under the terms of the agreement, Kraken will indirectly acquire 3D at Depth for $17 million in cash subject to adjustment for, among other things, any debt indirectly assumed or paid out on closing and to customary working capital adjustments. The transaction remains subject to customary closing conditions, including, without limitation,

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UK Companies Honored at Subsea Expo Awards

safety tools such as the Mariner Notices website and Watchful app.Technology Development Award (Sponsored by C-Kore Systems): ARC Marine – Acknowledged for developing marine structures that protect subsea assets and coastlines while enhancing marine biodiversity.Cross-Sector Innovation Award: Kraken Robotics (Westhill, Aberdeen) – Honored for its synthetic aperture sonar technology, supporting defense and offshore wind sectors in seabed mapping and hazard detection.Company of the Year – Over 50 Employees: Next Geosolutions – A marine geoscience and offshore construction support

Karl Kenny, Kraken Robotics Founder and former CEO. Image courtesy Kraken

Obituary: Karl Kenny, Founder, Kraken Robotics

Kraken Robotics Inc. announced the passing of founder and former CEO, Karl Kenny on February 11, 2025, at the age of 64. Karl founded Kraken in 2012 and was instrumental in building the company into a leading player in subsea robotics over his 10-year tenure, before retiring in December 2022.  “An ideas man and a builder, Karl’s energy was as relentless as his passion to compete against the bigger industry players,” said Greg Reid, President and CEO of Kraken Robotics. “He was an incredible force that drove Kraken to success. On behalf of the Board of Directors

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Kraken Robotics Records 52% Interim Revenue Bump

Canadian marine technology company Kraken Robotics has filed financial results for the third quarter of 2024, marking a 52% increase in year-to-date revenue as the company remains on track for a record year.Consolidated revenue year-to-date increased 52% to $63.2 million, compared to $41.6 million in the comparable nine-month period ending September 30, 2023, Kraken Robotics reported.In the first nine months of 2024, Kraken Robotics’ product revenue increased 45% to $47.8 million, compared to $33.0 million for the same period a year earlier.Gross profit year-to-date increased 40% to $31.2 million

Kraken’s new ALARS recovering KATFISH towed synthetic aperture sonar (Credit: Kraken Robotics)

Kraken Demos Autonomous KATFISH Launch and Recovery System to Navy Clients

Kraken Robotics has completed demonstrations for its new autonomous launch and recovery system (ALARS) for KATFISH towed synthetic aperture sonar (SAS) for more than 40 naval customers.The company performed demonstrations in Nova Scotia’s Halifax Harbour.The new ALARS was built to fit a 20-foot International Organization for Standardization (ISO) container footprint to increase interoperability with different vessels, allowing for rapid mobilization and demobilization on multi-role platforms.The system enables autonomous launch and recovery of KATFISH up to Sea State 5.During the demonstrations

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Ship Design & Construction: Laurie Balan, COO, Genoa Design

, College of the North Atlantic or other private colleges in the province. Graduates are recognized as top in their field and are ready to work anywhere in the world when they graduate. We have outstanding companies here, and you don't have to look far to find locally grown companies like Genoa, Kraken and Virtual Marine – to name a few – at the forefront of innovation. We have research & development, simulation and innovation centers here that are developing leading edge solutions that are being used across the globe.If anything, our province could do a better job of promoting

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in real-time gas detection and predictive analysis using an AI-powered monitoring system and patent-pending sensor technology. Ideal for high-risk industrial environments, Nditive3D serves chemical plants, manufacturing facilities, offshore energy, the mining industry and marine transportation.Kraken KATFISH towed synthetic aperture sonar system and autonomous launch and recovery system.© Kraken RoboticsKraken Robotics provides complex subsea sensors, batteries and robotic systems, with a focus on seabed intelligence. The company is driven not only by NL’s dynamic and unpredictable

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