Norway

Kongsberg Advanced its Maritime and Defence Capabilities Through Key Contracts and Demerger Signing

Kongsberg announced in December 2025 its plan for demerger in order to spin off Kongsberg Maritime for listing in Q2 2026 and secured contracts for submarine combat and navigation systems for Germany and Norway, coastal defence for Denmark, propellers for Canadian destroyers, LARS for offshore vessels as well as propellers for LARS vessels - reflecting their strategic focus on defence growth amid global security needs.[62 words]

Kongsberg Mesotech

Mesotech to Rebrand to Kongsberg Discovery Canada and Undergo Major Restructuring Process

Mesotech has changed to Kongsberg Discovery Canada as its parent company Kongsberg Gruppen undergoes an expansive corporate restructuring. This change signifies the consolidation of Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace and Kongsberg Discovery into one technology and defence-focused entity, while Kongsberg Maritime will operate independently going forward.

Lloyds Register

Trondheim Rises as Global Tech Advances Accelerate Innovation Hub

Trondersk revealed plans for a Silicon Valley-style maritime innovation hub in Trondheim, Norway on December 12th 2025 to meet national goals of autonomous shipping leadership. This announcement capped an eventful week that featured Kpler's acquisition of Spire's maritime assets as well as validations in IoT and decarbonization research.

Aanderaa Data Instruments expands role in aquaculture, ports and renewable ocean energy monitoring

Aanderaa Data Instruments, a brand of Xylem, is expanding its presence in key maritime sectors through new project collaborations and trade fair participation. Recent announcements highlight its role in tidal energy monitoring with Bluenergy Solutions; port and harbor environmental systems provided through Xylem solutions; as well as showcases at major 2025 aquaculture exhibitions to underscore sustained demand for robust ocean observing technology.

North Sea

Reach Subsea Increases USV Fleet Expansion With Orders and Regulatory Milestones

Reach Subsea has ordered two uncrewed surface vessels from Kongsberg Maritime following separate approvals for uncrewed operations and regulatory clearance for the commercial rollout of Reach Remote 1 and 2. These approvals are important milestones in the sustainable provision of offshore services, reducing emissions and increasing safety in the waters of Norway and Australia.

United Kingdom

Cellula Robotics Advances the AUV Market through Key Partnerships, Sales and Trials by 2025

Cellula Robotics Ltd. celebrated its 2025 milestones by signing a sales partnership in Northern Europe and completing UUV demonstrations with Metron. A Guardian AUV sale to defence customers also took place for purchase by Cellula's Northern Innovation Hub renewal and executive appointments, underscore Cellula's rising role as subsea autonomy provider in commercial, scientific and defence applications across several sectors in multiple regions.

Shipbuilding

Global Shipyards Register Deliveries, Naval Moves and Clean-Tech Orders Amid Stagnant Ordering Climate

Shipbuilding industry achieved a number of impressive wins during the otherwise quiet newbuilding week. Cadeler took delivery of their latest wind installation vessel from Korea; QatarEnergy named large LNG carriers at a major Korean yard; Fincantieri s revised US Navy frigate deal robbed their order book of a significant chunk of naval work; the raft of offshore, tanker, hybrid icebreaker projects across Europe and North America.

Nexans Norway AS

Nexans Norway celebrates construction milestone with launch of Nexans Electra Hull at Ulstein Verft

Nexans Norway AS and Ulstein Verft have reported a key project milestone with the launch of the Nexans Electra in Ulstein Verft’s dock hall in Norway for final outfitting, along with commissioning and testing for complex subsea power cable projects.

Kongsberg Maritime

Kongsberg Maritime Achieves Accelerated Growth Through Major Contracts Ahead of Demerger Plan

Kongsberg Maritime has recently announced contracts for propulsion systems for Med Marine tugs, launch and recovery systems for Sea1 Offshore vessels, and propellers for Canadian Navy destroyers, all as part of its planned listing as a separate company in April 2026.

Offshore Construction

Global Offshore Construction Industry Hits Milestones Amid Tight Market Conditions

Offshore construction activity over the month has seen wind cable installation progress in the US, new multi-purpose support vessel orders in Europe, and next generation construction support equipment contracts across Asia. Taken together, these suggest an industry tentatively increasing capacity and capability while effectively managing costs and meeting shifting project schedules.

Blueprint Subsea

Blueprint Subsea and Nortek Join Forces on Diver Navigation Solutions for Tactical Missions

Tactical diver navigation was enhanced with the announcement that Blueprint Subsea of the UK had partnered with Nortek to support navigation of operational divers. Nortek Doppler Velocity Logs (DVLs) are integrated into the Blueprint Artemis diver navigation system, which provides reliable underwater navigation for offshore and military diving applications where GPS signals are not available.

Wartsila

Wartsila Bolsters Marine Decarbonization Initiative With Hybrid Orders and Training Expansion

Wartsila secured repeat orders for hybrid propulsion systems from Aasen Shipping, and expanded its training footprint in the maritime sector with Sinocrew in China. Its technology group also identified key trends for 2026 as: decarbonization, digitalization and lifecycle optimization - now key processes across global shipping.

DEME Group

DEME Extends Offshore Wind Capabilities with Norse Wind Delivery and New Cable Installation Vessel Order

DEME Group of Belgium has bolstered its offshore energy profile with the delivery of the hybrid-powered Norse Wind installation vessel and order of an Offshore Construction Vessel for subsea cable work. Both investments will benefit DEME’s growing orderbook as well as expansion within global offshore wind projects.

Bulk Carrier

Accelerated Expansion of Bulk Carrier Fleet Led by Hybrid Propulsion Tech

Bulk carrier deliveries in November 2025 include Pacific Carriers’ new 40,000DWT multi-purpose vessel, and orders include Aasen Shipping’s repeat order for hybrid powered 9,500DWT carriers from Aasen Shipping. Market analysts report weakening dry bulk fundamentals in the face of declining coal shipments and slowing demand growth.