Helsing to Acquire Australian AUV Specialist Blue Ocean
German defense technology company Helsing has started a process of acquiring Blue Ocean, an Australian-based ocean technology company that designs, develops, and operates autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs).The acquisition will integrate Blue Ocean’s hardware and manufacturing capabilities with Helsing’s Artificial Intelligence (AI), integrating Blue Ocean’s team and operations into Helsing, with operations continuing in the UK and Australia.Together, Helsing and Blue Ocean aim to accelerate the development and mass production of autonomous platforms for the protection of the
Norwegian Firms Form Subsea Distribution Alliance
Alliance, targeting complete control and unmatched performance across the entire subsea distribution value chain.The Subsea Distribution Alliance is built to keep subsea infrastructure flowing – from design to delivery.By uniting the product ownership of Connector Subsea Solutions, the manufacturing capabilities of HTS Dynamics, and the distribution expertise of TESS Subsea, the alliance will offer complete subsea solutions through one, streamlined partnership.Collectively, the members of the alliance have more than 100 years of global experience in delivering solutions to the oil and gas industry
Vatn Systems, Palantir Partner to Scale Manufacturing of AUVs for National Defense
Vatn Systems, a leading defense technology company building autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) for the US military and allies, announced a strategic partnership with Palantir Technologies to further digitize and scale its manufacturing capabilities."Palantir's technology gives us real-time visibility into our operations, strengthening our ability to anticipate challenges, optimize resources, and deliver critical systems to our customers with unprecedented speed and precision," said Nelson Mills, co-founder and CEO of Vatn Systems.The partnership leverages Palantir's software
Novielli Boats Unveils Plans for New Production Facility
ramped up significantly, and the brand’s flagship designs have become essential for both professional operations and leisure mariners looking for dependable performance on open waters. Growing interest in boats that blend form, function, safety, and power has led the company to expand its manufacturing capabilities on a global scale.Throughout its history, Novielli has adhered to rigorous standards in building both the hull and the inflatable tube components. Each craft emerges from meticulous manufacturing processes that bolster longevity. Naval engineers and design teams collaborate closely on every
"AI is the Game Changer"
of an autonomous large surface vessel to the US Navy. Austal is also pursuing a prime contract to build the Large Unmanned Surface Vessels (LUSV).Drones and autonomy are a key piece of the US Navy’s future requirements, and Austal USA Advanced Technologies is poised to bring additive manufacturing capabilities to the rapid production and deployment of unmanned systems to meet that need. We must to be ready to scale up using additive manufacturing production capabilities for small and medium vessels. In the future, we will be in a position to print small sized vessels, but currently our focus
JDR Cable Systems Hits Milestones in in Subsea Cable Facility Construction
its new £130 million state-of-the-art subsea cable manufacturing facility in Cambois, near Blyth, Northumberland. JDR said the facility would expand the product offerings of both JDR and TFKable, including high-voltage and extended-length land and inter-array cables. "The manufacturing capabilities of both land and subsea cables will provide the offshore energy market with a comprehensive offering to meet the varied requirements of the industry. It positions the TFKable Group's facility as a unique hub in the UK, capable of comprehensive manufacturing of subsea and land cables
Valeport Expands
, Marketing, R&D, HR and Finance departments, creating space for Valeport to expand the production facilities in its existing Sandquay Building. Alongside the refurbishment of the new Radcliffe House, Valeport has invested to upgrade their existing buildings that house the now expanded manufacturing capabilities. These improvements to Valeport’s facilities, include a recent replacement of the Sandquay Building roof to deliver increased thermal efficiency, have only been made possible by the firm’s acquisition of Radcliffe House.Valeport expands to 3 buildings located right on the River
Indonesian Government Buys UK-Built Submarine Rescue System
step for Indonesia's indigenous defense industry capability.“Working closely with BTI Defence and its key partners, the Ministry of Defence has ensured that in the process of introducing this important rescue capability into our Navy, we will also be expanding our local defence manufacturing capabilities through the introduction of new skills, new knowledge, and new technologies, particularly in the field of sub-surface operations.”The contract with the Indonesian Navy follows the recent change in ownership at SMP resulting from the sale of the company to a new shareholder team. The
Baker Hughes Lands Major Subsea Equipment and Services Deal with Azule Energy
, and the related system scope of supply. Baker Hughes will also provide services and aftermarket support for the Agogo integrated west hub subsea production system.A significant portion of the equipment will be manufactured, assembled, and tested in Angola, Baker Hughes said,“Our local manufacturing capabilities, deepwater development equipment, and innovative subsea control system technology enable us to provide exceptional support to Azule Energy in their efforts to increase oil production in Angola,” said Maria Claudia Borras, executive vice president of Oilfield Services and Equipment
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