Group Acknowledging Deep Trekker Distributor in Middle East
Deep Trekker recently entered into a strategic distribution partnership with Unique Group, making the subsea technology firm the sole distributor of Deep Trekker remotely operated vehicles throughout the Middle East region. This agreement covers UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar clients granting them access to Deep Trekker portable battery-powered ROV systems as well as comprehensive support services from within their region.
Unique Group will distribute Deep Trekker's marine ROVs, accessories, and technical support services to customers operating in offshore energy, subsea infrastructure, defense, shipping, aquaculture sectors. Through this collaboration, Unique Group's established regional presence and engineering expertise are leveraged alongside Deep Trekker's cutting-edge underwater robotics technology. Venkatesh Rao of Unique Group Middle East operations noted how this partnership shows their dedication to providing adaptable subsea technologies tailored specifically for dynamic offshore operations in this part of the world.
Serena Brown, Global Business Development Manager of Deep Trekker, noted Unique Group's solid regional presence and track record of providing high-quality subsea solutions as making them the perfect partner to support Middle East demand for ROV technology.
Deep Trekker to Open U.S. Operations Center in Tampa
Deep Trekker unveiled its inaugural U.S. office and service center on July 4, 2025, signifying an expansion in North American operations. This facility represents Deep Trekker's commitment to offering quicker support for customers across commercial, industrial and defense sectors within America.
The full-service Tampa location provides equipment diagnostics, repairs and maintenance as well as stocking commonly requested components to eliminate cross-border logistics delays. In addition, this facility serves as a hub for customer training sessions, demonstrations and field support coordination throughout the United States. According to Alan Middup, President of Deep Trekker, who noted that America represents their single largest market thus making a dedicated sales and service center an advantageous business decision; additionally marine environment testing capabilities were previously unavailable at their Canadian HQ location in Canada.
Tristan Walker, Sales Manager for USA Operations of Deep Trekker from Tampa's new office. Drawing upon over 10 years of subsea robotic system experience across commercial, municipal, and government sectors - including commercial fisheries management systems for commercial fishing operations - Walker manages localized support and rapid response capabilities for customers in Southeast U.S. Eric Starkweather is Deep Trekker's dedicated Manager for Defense from San Diego; with 13+ years as former U.S. Navy Master Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician he provides comprehensive regional coverage supporting Deep Trekker customers across defense, infrastructure marine sectors.
Validation of ROV Technology in Mine Countermeasure Operations
Deep Trekker showcased ROV performance capabilities for mine countermeasure applications at REPMUS 2025 in Portugal, validating real-world operational effectiveness. Their systems featuring sonar and Doppler Velocity Log technology have been deployed as part of SES Ukraine's underwater demining operations in Ukraine.
Deep Trekker has become an integral component of defense and security applications, with its portable battery-powered systems providing precise underwater operations with reliable performance in harsh environments. These demonstrations serve to illustrate this fact.
Expansion of Global Market Presence
Deep Trekker continues expanding its global reach through strategic initiatives. It maintains dealer networks in key markets including Singapore, the Middle East and Britain; at major trade shows it plans on unveiling innovative shipping industry products; with customers from over 100 countries serving municipal infrastructure needs as well as marine science applications like aquaculture operations hydroelectric operations salvage operations salvage applications as well as defense requirements.