SES Purchases 300th Teledyne Marine Odom ECHOTRAC E20
Teledyne Marine announced that its long‑standing channel partner Survey Equipment Services (SES) has purchased its 300th Odom ECHOTRAC E20 Single‑Beam Echo Sounder, a milestone that highlights the demand for reliable, rapid-deployment survey solutions across the US in marine and inland survey applications.Since introducing the E20 to its customers in 2019, SES has supplied the ECHOTRAC E20 to customers in various sectors, including defense operations, construction projects, hydrographic surveys, port and harbor maintenance for safe navigation, academic research, and teaching.The Teledyne Marine Odom
Kraken Robotics Acquires Covelya Group
Kraken Robotics Inc. has announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Covelya Group Limited, a leading international provider of mission-critical underwater technology solutions operating through its subsidiary companies: Sonardyne International Ltd., EIVA A/S, Forcys Ltd., Wavefront Systems Ltd., Voyis Imaging Inc., and Chelsea Technologies Ltd.The Company will acquire Covelya Group for total consideration of $615 million, excluding transaction costs and subject to adjustment, of which $480 million will be paid in cash and $135 million will be satisfied through the issue of common
Teledyne Marine to Introduce SeaBat T51 Integrated Dual Head Systems at Oi26
At Oceanology International (Oi26), Teledyne Marine will introduce new additions to its SeaBat T-Series sonar portfolio, offering Integrated Dual Head (IDH) capability to the SeaBat T51 multibeam echosounder series, extending dual head performance to both surface vessel and deepwater ROV deployments.Already functional on the SeaBat T20 and T50 platform, the Integrated Dual Head functionality will now extend to the respected SeaBat T51-S and T51-R. The SeaBat T51 is the only multibeam echosounder featuring an array designed for 800kHz; this allows users to map the highest resolution without sacrificing
Kongsberg Discovery Launches HISAS2020 Synthetic Aperture Sonar
Kongsberg Discovery has launched the HISAS2020 synthetic aperture sonar.Previously available exclusively as part of integrated payloads on Kongsberg Discovery’s HUGIN AUV family, HISAS can now be implemented across any platform – including all relevant AUVs, USVs, ROVs and towed assets – delivering clear, centimeter-level resolution, robust system design for long-term reliability, and real-time data processing. The solution, suitable for an array of defence, energy and ocean science applications, will be officially showcased at Oceanology International in London in March.Speed and
Teledyne Marine Will Debut New Technologies at Oceanology International 2026
Teledyne Marine will showcase its latest sonar, navigation and autonomous marine technologies at Oceanology International 2026 (Oi26), taking place in London, March 10-12, 2026. The event will also serve as the platform for an exclusive new product launch, alongside the introduction of new integrated dual head multibeam systems designed to enhance survey efficiency, data quality and operational productivity.Full details of the new product will be revealed at stand F100, where visitors can discover how Teledyne Marine’s latest technologies are supporting evolving offshore, hydrographic and
Teledyne Marine RESON Celebrates 50 Years
Teledyne Marine’s RESON brand is celebrating its 50th anniversary in February. The milestone will be marked with new product unveilings and a special reception at Oceanology International (Oi26) on March 10 where customers, partners and show attendees are invited to join the celebration.Founded in Denmark in 1976, RESON has spent five decades at the forefront of underwater acoustics. Serving the hydrographic, offshore, dredging, defense, and marine research sectors, RESON has delivered more than 20,000 echosounders for seabed mapping, subsea situational awareness, mine countermeasures, and ocean
Retiring the R/V Endeavor: Celebrating a Lifetime of Accomplishments and Memories
Endeavor’s specifications:Built in 1976 with a major mid-life refit in 1993Length overall: 185’Draft: 18’6” aft, 12’6” forwardCruising speed: 10 knotsMax speed: 14 knotsRange: 8000 nautical miles @ 12 knotsEndurance: 30 daysComplement: 12 crew, 17 scientists, 1 Marine technicianOn her 736 cruises, Endeavor served as a platform for scientists from around the globe and for cutting-edge technologies. "It's been a privilege to take out scientists from different disciplines and to be able to work with many different institutions from all over the world&mdash
Cellula Robotics Joins Canadian Technology Accelerators UK Maritime Defense Program
Cellula Robotics has been selected to participate in the Maritime Defence and Security Applications of Ocean Technologies program in the United Kingdom through the Canadian Technology Accelerators (CTA) initiative.Led by the High Commission of Canada in the United Kingdom and delivered in collaboration with BMNT, the program supports Canadian companies developing advanced ocean technologies that align with shared Canada–UK maritime defense priorities.As maritime security challenges evolve, structured collaboration between allied nations and industry partners is increasingly important. The CTA
New Year, New Gear: Threats, Modularity, and Agility to Drive Subsea Defense in 2026
geopolitical strain in the maritime domain. As the curtain rises on 2026, the stage is set for further disruption driven by advanced technologies, evolving undersea threats, and contested maritime spaces. From the North Atlantic to the Persian Gulf, from seabed imaging to surface surveillance, marine technology is increasingly central to securing access, protecting infrastructure, and managing escalation at sea. While the precise trajectory of these developments remains uncertain, six areas are likely to shape subsea defense in the year ahead.Port and Harbor SecurityOn December 15, 2025, Russia&rsquo
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