Norbit expands subsea toolbox with Water Linked acquisition
Norbit has acquired Water Linked, based in Trondheim, Norway, specializing in underwater navigation and imaging technologies for ROVs, AUVs and uncrewed surface vessels. Founded in 2013, the company has built a strong position in the subsea technology market.
Water Linked's portfolio spans Doppler Velocity Logs (DVLs), 3D imaging sonars, acoustic positioning systems and underwater communication solutions – technologies that enable navigation, perception and autonomy in GPS-denied environments. They are widely used across subsea inspection, offshore energy, marine research, defence and underwater infrastructure applications.
The addition of Water Linked strengthens and complements Norbit Oceans’ existing underwater acoustics portfolio. Together, the combined technologies create new opportunities to deliver integrated solutions for underwater vehicles and expand capabilities in navigation, positioning, imaging and autonomy.
Water Linked will continue operating as Water Linked, a Norbit Company, maintaining support for its existing customers while benefiting from Norbit’s global reach and broader technology platform.
Extension of underwater acoustics range
Water Linked's technology is highly complementary to Norbit Oceans. "Their products are a natural extension of our underwater acoustics offering and create exciting opportunities when combined with our existing sonar technology and customer insight," says Peter K. Eriksen, business unit director of Norbit Oceans.
Torstein Skogseth, CEO of Water Linked, echoes Norbit's enthusiasm: "They understand our technology, our customers and our development-oriented culture. As part of this, we will have a stronger platform for further growth, continued product development and delivering even more value to customers and partners."
By combining complementary technologies and expertise, the two companies are well-positioned to develop innovative solutions that help customers 'Explore More' in challenging underwater environments.
