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OUKA Smart Shipping Secures Nearly 200 Million Yuan in Series B+ Financing, Leading the Smart Watercraft Equipment Sector
OUKA Smart Shipping has successfully concluded a Series B+ financing round, securing nearly 200 million yuan. The funding, spearheaded by Huxue Capital and Yuanhe Zhongyuan, marks a significant milestone in China's autonomous watercraft industry, setting a new record in the sector. This investment underscores the increasing demand for innovative and intelligent solutions in waterway management, reflecting the industry's potential for growth and technological advancement.
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TKMS to Receive DNV Approval for Modifiable Underwater Mothership (MUM)
TKMS has achieved a notable advancement in autonomous unmanned watercraft technology with the recent approval from DNV for its MUM demonstrator. This Approval in Principle (AiP) signifies that the vessel has been designed and developed in compliance with DNV's class rule for underwater technology and the guidelines for autonomous and remotely operated vessels. This milestone underscores TKMS's commitment to innovation in maritime technology, paving the way for future developments in the field of autonomous maritime operations.
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