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Kongsberg Maritime has secured a contract to provide advanced systems for a new vessel being developed by Solstad and SBM Offshore. This collaboration highlights Kongsberg's commitment to enhancing maritime technology and operational efficiency. The contract is significant as it underscores the gro...
Saildrone has announced a significant expansion in Europe, establishing its new headquarters in Copenhagen and securing three build contracts across Northern Europe. This expansion, revealed on August 18, 2026, includes partnerships with Van Der Valk Shipyard in the Netherlands for the construction...
The UK Ministry of Defence has allocated £3.16 million in contracts to three British SMEs for the development and testing of new low-cost drone interceptors. This initiative aims to enhance the UK's capabilities in countering drone threats effectively and affordably. The significance of this fundin...
Continuous Composites has been awarded a Phase II SBIR contract by the U.S. Navy to develop composite aircraft components that integrate electrical power conductors within their structures. This innovative approach aims to reduce the reliance on traditional wiring and connectors in unmanned aerial v...
SpaceX's Starmind project, aimed at deploying up to 1 million AI satellites, was filed with the FCC on January 30, 2026. The initiative is designed to minimize reliance on external suppliers, with CEO Elon Musk stating that current chip production capabilities only meet 2% of the projected needs. Th...
UBTECH, a robotics company based in Shenzhen, has announced a significant contract for its Walker S2 humanoid robot, pushing its total orders for 2025 to exceed 800 million yuan. This development underscores the increasing demand for the company's autonomous battery-swapping robots, which are design...
C-Innovation, a subsidiary of Edison Chouest Offshore, has secured a contract with Shell to provide remotely operated vehicle (ROV) services in the Gulf of America. This partnership aims to enhance operational efficiency and support Shell's ongoing projects in the region. The agreement reflects C-In...
Omega Subsea has secured a significant contract with Norwegian ROV manufacturer Kystdesign for the production of 12 new remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), with deliveries set to commence in 2026. This agreement also includes an option for an additional 10 ROV systems, expected to be delivered in 202...
Kystdesign has secured its largest contract to date with an undisclosed international client, marking a significant milestone for the company. The agreement, announced recently, involves the provision of four Work Class Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs), specifically the Constructor and Constructor...
Acteon has successfully completed the first year of a three-year balance of plant inspection contract with Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy for the Butendiek offshore wind farm. Located approximately 32 kilometers west of the island of Sylt in the German sector of the North Sea, the wind farm project...
Kystdesign has secured a contract with the Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research (NIOZ) to develop an advanced Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) named the Supporter 6000. The agreement was finalized this week, with NIOZ Director Han Dolman and Kystdesign Director Tore Nedland signing the contra...
Fugro has secured a new five-year contract with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to provide hydrographic survey services, continuing a partnership that spans 25 years. This indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract will enable Fugro to assist in the creation a...
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