Fincantieri has partnered with Italian deep-tech firm WSense to develop advanced wireless technologies for underwater applications. This collaboration enhances subsea monitoring systems by integrating WSense’s wireless solutions into Fincantieri’s DEEP system, improving resilience and flexibility while minimizing reliance on traditional cabling for critical infrastructure protection and environmental monitoring.
Taiwan is intensifying oversight of its subsea communications after a Chinese fishing boat, captained by Wu, damaged a cable in October 2025. Detained and fined, Wu’s vessel entangled with an abandoned anchor in a no-anchor zone. He received a three-month jail sentence, convertible to fines, highlighting Taiwan’s commitment to protecting critical infrastructure.
In 2025, the subsea vessel market transitioned to a cautious outlook despite strong long-term demand driven by deepwater projects. High dayrates for AHC crane vessels persisted, but a shift towards contractor-controlled fleets and short-term charters introduced volatility. Newbuild orders surged, indicating potential growth as the market stabilizes by 2026.
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has received approval in principle from ClassNK for specialized vessels designed for subsea power cable jointing and burial. This project, in collaboration with Sumitomo Electric, Furukawa Electric, and NYK Line, aims to enhance power transmission integrity, particularly for offshore wind energy connections in Hokkaido.
EUROATLAS has introduced the GREYSHARK™ Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs)—Bravo and Foxtrot models—designed for underwater intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. Equipped with advanced sensors and AI, these AUVs enhance monitoring of critical maritime corridors, particularly as threats to commercial shipping increase amidst rising geopolitical tensions. CEO Eugene Ciemnyjewski aims to produce 150 units annually by 2026.
EIVA and Tuco Marine have partnered to develop integrated autonomous systems for inspecting subsea assets, focusing on renewable energy cables. Utilizing Tuco’s ProZero 8m USV and EIVA’s ViperFish ROTV, they aim to enhance subsea monitoring, delivering high-resolution data for improved asset management and safety in challenging underwater environments.
