JFD Australia announces new managing director in a further strengthening of its local commitment

JFD Australia, provider of the highly responsive, trusted and reliable submarine rescue system to the Royal Australian Navy, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms Cathy Falkiner as its new managing director. Ms Falkiner, previously JFD Australia’s business operations manager, will oversee the company’s continued growth in the nation’s defence and commercial sector as …

SAAB SEAEYE’S NEW UNDERWATER ROBOT TO JOIN OCEAN INFINITY’S ARMADA

A contract has been signed with launch customer Ocean Infinity for 10 of the latest Saab Seaeye underwater robots, supporting new jobs and site expansion. Saab Seaeye’s new eWROV is the world’s most capable and intelligent all-electric, work-class underwater robot. Saab Seaeye, a world leader in underwater robotics, has agreed a deal to sell 10 …

HOUSTON UNIVERSITY’S FALCON IN PIPELINE LEAK SOLUTION

A breakthrough in leak risk detection at oil pipe flanges comes from research by the University of Houston using a Saab Seaeye Falcon robot as a development platform.   Called SmartTouch, the solution involves integrating innovative robotic manipulator controls into the Falcon that provide multiple stress wave sensors for touch-based inspection of bolted joints, along …

SMERWG Winter Panel 22 Industry Reception is on the way

Things are moving quickly to ensure that Industry supports the SMERWG 22 Winter Panel meeting being held in Amsterdam in January. As there was no opportunity to celebrate Sonistics’ 15 years of holding the Industry Reception in 2020, a brochure has been created to highlight the events held over the years. Click the image below …

FALCON ACROSS TURKEY

Turkey’s marine operations company, ARAS Marine, has chosen for its expansive operations the deep-rated Saab Seaeye Falcon as a key underwater robotics resource.   The versatility of the Falcon will support the wide range of projects undertaken by ARAS in both International and Turkish territorial waters. These projects range from marine construction and offshore supply …

Analox launch faceless ADM Aspida !

  You asked, we listened ……. Now available, the ADM Aspida with a new option.   Since we initially launched the ADM Aspida, customers have been asking for a version without the faceplate. Removing the faceplate provides you with an easier install in specific systems, and also reduces your costs and minimizes waste. We always appreciate …

‘TOUGH AND RELIABLE’ FALCON FOR GEO OCEANS

Further expanding their robotic vehicle fleet, Geo Oceans has chosen the Saab Seaeye Falcon for its “reliable and hard wearing” reputation. Falcon: ‘Tough and reliable’ vote Geo Oceans   “It can take a hammering and its tethers are very strong,” says Geo Oceans. As a global underwater services company, Geo Oceans is committed to adding industry-leading …

BAE Systems Awarded $116 Million to Develop UK Submarine

  HMS Astute, the Royal Navy’s nuclear hunter-killer submarine. Photo: Andy Buchanan/AFP   Multinational defense and aerospace firm BAE Systems has been awarded an 85 million-pound ($116-million) contract to develop a next-generation submarine for the Royal Navy. The company is tasked with the development of a submarine to replace the UK’s Astute class. The project …

SMERWG 21 Industry Reception Brochure

Sonistics  is pleased to launch an industry brochure to support the 2021 SMERWG meeting.  Click image to view.

Saab Awarded Contract to Expand Capabilities of A26 Blekinge-class Submarines

A rendering of the Saab Kockums A26-type submarine (Credit: Saab Kockums) Saab Awarded Contract To Expand Capabilities Of A26 Blekinge-Class Submarines Saab has today received a further order from the Swedish Defence Material Administration (FMV) to continue the development and production, as well as expand the capabilities, of the two A26 Blekinge class submarines previously …