Kongsberg Discovery has announced an agreement to acquire Naxys Technologies AS, a Bergen-based underwater environmental monitoring technology firm, specializing in detecting oil and gas leaks through sound recognition.
Kongsberg CEO Geir Håøy mentioned: “As a technology company and ocean space expert, we have developed world-leading solutions to map, monitor and understand the oceans, which actually cover 70 per cent of the Earth’s surface and remain largely unexplored. The acquisition of Naxys fits well into our technology portfolio and our growth ambitions as an ocean space expert.”
Highlighting the oceans’ critical role in addressing global challenges related to climate, food, and security, Kongsberg CEO emphasized that Naxys aligns seamlessly with the company’s technology portfolio.
Naxys will operate under Kongsberg Discovery, a division spun off from Kongsberg Maritime in 2023 to focus on advanced sensor and underwater robotics technologies.
Håøy added: “Kongsberg Discovery has delivered solid organic growth so far and this acquisition is the first step in the inorganic part of the growth strategy. This move allows Kongsberg Discovery to strengthen its technology platform, equipping the business to meet the ever-increasing demand for both sustainability and safety.”
Martin Wien Fjell, CEO of Kongsberg Discovery, underscored the significance of Naxys’ expertise in passive hydroacoustics as a key factor in the acquisition. While Naxys has been a provider of environmental monitoring solutions for the oil and gas sector, the company is also well-positioned for expansion in research and defense markets.
“Naxys Technologies ensures that oil and gas companies can be quickly notified of any leaks. This is becoming increasingly important now that the demands for sustainable operations are increasing globally,” noted Fjell.
“We have developed several market-leading products in hydroacoustics since the first sonar was launched in the 1950s. With Naxys’ technology expertise, we further strengthen this position, enabling us to deliver an even broader product portfolio to the market,” explained Fjell.
