Kongsberg Discovery

KONGSBERG is still growing and our financial results from Q4, 2024 are out. Operating revenues in 4th quarter was MNOK 13 909 compared to MNOK 11 936 in the same quarter last year, an increase of 17 per cent. There was solid growth in all business areas compared to the fourth quarter of 2023. Operating revenues in Kongsberg Discovery were MNOK 1 241 in Q4, an increase of 8 per cent compared to the same quarter last year. The main drivers for growth in Kongsberg Discovery were deliveries of mapping and positioning systems to commercial customers, research institutions, and defence customers. The first deliveries of the new drone detection radar were also completed during the quarter.   Kongsberg Discovery increased its operating revenues by 13 per cent in 2024 to MNOK 4 427 compared to 3 913 in 2023. Increased activity in the energy sector and a focus on security were important drivers for the growth. This led to high activity related to deliveries of mapping and positioning systems, radars, and autonomous underwater vehicles. EBIT was mNOK 228 in Q4, representing an increase of 52% from the same period last year. This corresponds to an EBIT margin of 18,4 per cent compared to MNOK 150 (13,1 per cent) in the same quarter last year. The margin change from Q4 last year is mainly due to a different project mix, in addition to higher volume. EBIT was MNOK 653 for the full year 2024, up from MNOK 556 in 2023. The report Q4 2024- https://lnkd.in/djYGFF4r

Quantum technology will have a total intervention in society, affecting business, education, research, security and defence. A recent report by KONGSBERG underlines the need to develop an overarching national quantum strategy.   In the opening speech President Martin Wien Fjell of Kongsberg Discovery stated that despite being small countries, Norway and the Nordic nations are strong together.   "Together, we are still the world's 11th largest economy. In other words, we have muscles but need direction. We must prioritize what we are going to be the best at and how we are going to get there. We can't bet on everything, in other words, we need a strategy. We see that quantum technology will have a broad area of application for KONGSBERG»   Director for Disruptive Technologies Terje Nilsen in Kongsberg Discovery presented the report together with the author, Visiting Project Manager Vebjørn Røskar Krågebakk.   "Disruptive or cutting-edge technology and new innovations can fundamentally change today's business models. Quantum sensors will be far better and more accurate than today's sensors. This can create great opportunities, but also new challenges. The development is fast, and we have no time to lose," said Nilsen.   The report "The Ecosystem Surrounding Quantum Technology" was introduced at a breakfast event in Oslo on 6 February. Around 20 experts from academia, business and research institutions have been interviewed and shed light on the importance of a national quantum strategy. In addition, our strengths and weaknesses are assessed, as well as the opportunities that lie in closer Nordic co-operation.   Thanks for a great event! And what a team we are, SINTEF Digital, Oslo Science City, Universitetet i Oslo (UiO) | University of Oslo and for participating on stage, Solveig Kristensen, Bjorn Jamtveit, Mats, Kenneth Ruud, @Idar Kreutzer, Louise Bang Jespersen, Mari Sundli Tveit, Christine Wergeland Sørbye, Alfred Bjørlo, Kari-Anne Jønnes, Marit Knutsdatter Strand, Yngve Vogt and a special thanks to the host and moderator Carina Hundhammer. The full report 👉 https://lnkd.in/d3h3mdfv #DistruptiveTechnologies #QuantumTechnology  

Did you know that understanding the ocean floor is crucial for climate resilience, sustainable development, and marine conservation?   Greenwater Marine Sciences Offshore Inc. is collaborating with Victor Vescovo and Caladan Oceanic to develop a fleet of semi-autonomous deep-ocean mapping vessels, aiming to map the entire world’s oceans. Green Marine Science Offshore will outfit each vessel with a Kongsberg Discovery EM 124 multibeam sonar, capable of mapping 1% of the ocean annually, transforming marine science and exploration.   Supported by the Greenwater Foundation, Seabed 2030, and TCarta, this initiative also funds the mapping of 217,560 sq km (84,000 sq miles) of coastal waters using satellite-derived bathymetry (SDB). All data will be donated to Seabed 2030 and GEBCO, marking the largest philanthropic contribution to global seabed mapping in history. The work is also featured in The Sunday Times: https://lnkd.in/ePs_sUUD To learn more about Greenwater Marine Sciences Offshore Inc. 👉 https://lnkd.in/g46vTykp   #OceanMapping #DeepSeaExploration #GMSO #CaladanOceanic #VictorVescovo #Seabed2030 #MarineScience #BlueEconomy #MappingTheFuture #KONGSBERG #DiscoveringtheSecretsoftheOcean

Did you know that Kongsberg Discovery is a leader in marine robotics for a variety of applications? Monitoring of underwater infrastructure can be performed using marine robots that minimize the need for human surveillance, thereby improving safety, saving time, and reducing costs. KONGSBERG is a global leader in advanced robotics and sensor technology to map, monitor, and survey the ocean environment, using advanced hydroacoustic and chemical sensors connected to sophisticated data networks and visualization tools. For over 25 years, KONGSBERG has developed world-class autonomous and uncrewed solutions for defense, commercial, and scientific missions. These innovations include the Hugin Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) with optimized hydrodynamics, excellent maneuverability, and high stabilization accuracy, as well as Uncrewed Surface Vehicles (USVs). Join us as we continue to lead the way in marine robotics, enhancing safety and efficiency in underwater operations. #UncrewedPlatforms #AutonomousUnderwaterVehicle #AUV #Innovation #Technology #KongsbergDiscovery #DiscoveringtheSecretsoftheOcean

💡Researchers have developed and tested a method to detect kelp density using multibeam echosounder water column data. The data are processed into a point cloud, and various variables are derived to classify habitats using a Random Forest model. The data was acquired using the KONGSBERG multibeam echosounder EM2040C. Results showed a 72.5% accuracy for detecting kelp density at 5 m resolution, highlighting the method's effectiveness even in areas impacted by sidelobe noise. Yoann L. Ladroit in Kongsberg Discovery is among the authors of this article published in MDPI, an open-access journal.   "Modern Multibeam Echosounders can record backscatter data from the water column, capturing the entire acoustic signal along each beam. This allows for the detection and imaging of features or objects within the water column. These data provide a comprehensive 3D view of the marine environment between the ship and the seafloor, enabling the characterization of features above or extending from the seafloor. He says Multibeam Echosounders have been used for various applications, such as detecting fish schools and gas seeps. They also have the potential to be used for marine vegetation and may enhance benthic habitat maps.   👏Congratulations and a big thanks to the authors: Amy Nau, Vanessa Lucieer, Alexandre C. G. Schimel, Haris Kunnath, Tara Martin and Yoann L. #MultibeamEchoSounder #MarineObservation #OceanRemoteSensing #OceanScience #KONGSBERG #DiscoveringtheSecretsoftheOcean

January 2025 marked a fantastic start for Kongsberg Discovery Asia Pacific as we participated in the 3-day MarinexT Conference in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. The event featured our booth, a presentation, and a live demonstration, showcasing our innovations to the Subsea Acoustic community, academia, and professionals in the Offshore Windfarm sector. Alan Z. Zhao from our Kongsberg Discovery Canada office delivered an engaging presentation in Mandarin, highlighting our sonar solutions for monitoring scour at critical infrastructure, including offshore windfarm monopiles, dam intakes, and port berth pockets. Attendees were captivated by the live data streaming demonstration from our Canadian installation, sparking enthusiastic discussions at our booth and leading to numerous sign-ups for the boat demonstration on day 3. The introduction of the K-Observer into the Taiwanese market is timely, coinciding with Taiwan's awarding of various Offshore Wind Farm projects capable of producing up to 2.2 GW of renewable energy. Notably, Orsted’s Greater Changhua 1 and 2a, with a combined capacity of 900 MW, became Taiwan's first large-scale commercial Offshore Windfarm commissioned in 2024. This development underscores the need for critical infrastructure monitoring solutions like the K-Observer, which provides real-time subsea information to onshore operation centres for analytics and decision-making. The conference concluded with an impressive on-site demonstration of the M3 HF Sonar at Xing Da Harbour, where attendees witnessed the system's ease of setup on small vessels and the outstanding quality of the data. The data was also live-streamed via a 5G connection to our booth onshore, allowing a broader audience to view the data collection process. We are thrilled by the event's success, which generated significant interest in Kongsberg Discovery’s solutions within the commercial segment, complementing our well-established research community presence in Taiwan. #KONGSBERG #KongsbergDiscovery #MarinexTConference #OffshoreWind #RenewableEnergy #SonarTechnology #Innovation #ProtectingCriticalInfrastructure #DiscoveringtheSecretsoftheOcean

The European Defence Fund project #SEACURE (Seabed and Anti-Submarine Warfare Capability through Unmanned Feature for Europe) just kicked off. The project includes 35 companies from 13 European countries. Participants from Norway include Kongsberg Discovery and Naxys Technologies AS, along with the Forsvarets forskningsinstitutt - FFI Research Establishment (FFI). The goal is to develop joint solutions for anti-submarine warfare and seabed warfare using unmanned systems. These will protect maritime infrastructure by detecting, classifying, identifying, and tracking underwater threats under challenging conditions. EURO-DEFIS Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them. #EUDefenceIndustry #StrongerTogether #EUDefenceIndustry #StrongerEurope #MartimeSecurity #KONGSBERG #DiscoveringtheSecretsoftheOcean Interested to read more👇 https://lnkd.in/dAaVtmPf

Calling students! Any plans for Summer 2025? At KONGSBERG we are protechting people and planet. We see that we can make a significant difference across many issues facing the world today. Do you want to join us in solving these matters? During an internship in Kongsberg Discovery, our team of interns will work hands-on with some of the world's most modern sensor systems, collecting, analyzing, and presenting data from the ocean. Our internship application portal is open to receive applications for our 2025 Summer Internships. The application deadline is February 28, 2025. Apply now 👇 https://lnkd.in/dqE3y9_V #Summerinternship #DiscoveringtheSecretsoftheOcean #Autonomy #Security #OceanTechnology

Why do we need to map the seafloor?   Our future is tied to the health of the world’s oceans. They capture carbon, regulate the earth’s temperature, and are a source of food for billions of people. To protect our oceans and future generations, we need to build a better understanding of our changing climate and its effect on the marine environment.   Unfortunately, current models use data that is up to 80% incomplete, with calculations based on misleading averages. For example, while we know that on average the sea is 3km deep, this doesn’t account for outliers like the Mariana Trench, which stretches to depths of 11km.   Organizations and partnerships around the world are trying to change this, including The Nippon Foundation-GEBCO Seabed 2030 project. KONGSBERG is part of this project and Arne Hestnes in Kongsberg Discovery take part in the work that aims to create a global map of the ocean by the end of the decade.   By collecting and sharing more data that depicts the actual depths of the seafloor, Seabed 2030 can build a better understanding of our marine environment and how to protect it. #DiscoveringtheSecretsoftheOcean #Seabedmapping #KongsbergDiscovery #KONGSBERG

Have you heard about the latest satellite that will further strengthen Norwegian ocean surveillance?   Earlier this week the Norwegian microsatellite NorSat-4 was launched. Its primary objective is to collect AIS messages, including ship identity, position, and speed in Norwegian waters. Additionally, it has two additional payloads for demonstration purposes. A new low-light camera from Forsvarets forskningsinstitutt - FFI/Safran Reosc to photograph and identify ships with deactivated AIS transmitters, and crypto payload from EIDEL.   KONGSBERG develops technology and solutions, for businesses, partners and nations operating from the depths of the sea; to outer space; to the digital frontier. Principal Engineer Frode André Sørensen Storesund in Kongsberg Discovery has been part of the team developing technology for the primary payload of the satellite.   “The satellite is number five in the series of NORSAT satellites to be launched. These satellites combine vessel monitoring via AIS and demonstrate new technologies. It will be very interesting to follow the new low-light camera's performance, which can further identify ships that turn off their AIS equipment,” he says.   The satellite is part of the Norwegian Coastal Administration's space program for ocean surveillance.    According to the Director General of the Kystverket/the Norwegian Coastal Administration Einar Vik Arset, this satellite confirms Norway's ability to keep track of what is going on in our sea areas and is of particular importance in today's geopolitical climate. For more information (In Norwegian only) 👇 https://lnkd.in/ddtxXP5H #MaritimeSurveillance #DiscoveringtheSecretsoftheOcean #ProtectingPeopleandPlanet